New Delhi: Delhi-NCR woke up to pleasant weather on Thursday after overnight rain brought much-needed relief from the recent spell of heat and humidity. The downpour lowered temperatures and significantly improved air quality, although it also triggered waterlogging and traffic delays in several parts of the region.
Attributed to the overnight rains, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate showers, accompanied by thunderstorms, to continue until August 5. Notably, rainfall was reported in various parts of the capital, including the southern, southeastern, and central districts. Between 8.30 AM and 5.30 PM on Wednesday, Safdarjung, the city’s main weather station, recorded 15 mm of rain.
Meanwhile, Palam received 28.3 mm, Lodhi Road 7.7 mm, and Aya Nagar 1.6 mm, according to the Regional Meteorological Centre.
#WATCH | Delhi | Rain lashes parts of the national capital.
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IMD’s weekly weather forecast for Delhi
In its weekly forecast, the IMD has forecast generally cloudy skies with frequent rain and thunderstorms over the next few days. Temperatures are expected to hover between 31 degrees Celsius and 35 degrees Celsius, with night-time lows around 24 degrees Celsius to 26 degrees Celsius.
| Date | Min Temp | Max Temp | Weather Forecast |
| 30-Jul | 26 | 33 | Generally cloudy sky with moderate rain |
| 31-Jul | 24 | 31 | Generally cloudy sky with moderate rain |
| 01-Aug | 24 | 34 | Thunderstorm with rain |
| 02-Aug | 24 | 34 | Thunderstorm with rain |
| 03-Aug | 25 | 34 | Thunderstorm with rain |
| 04-Aug | 26 | 35 | Rain or Thundershowers |
| 05-Aug | 26 | 34 | Rain or Thundershowers |
Humidity levels will remain high, ranging from 65 per cent to 95 per cent, contributing to a damp and muggy feel despite the cooler conditions.
Rain brings respite for Delhiites as July witnesses notable dip in AQI
Also, notably despite the inconvenience caused by waterlogged roads and congestion, the rainfall has had a notable impact on pollution levels. July recorded its cleanest air in more than a decade, with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reporting an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79, compared to 96 in 2024 and 84 in 2023. On Thursday, the air quality was classified as ‘satisfactory’, with an AQI reading of 66 by 4 PM.