The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast partly cloudy skies over Delhi-NCR on Tuesday, with the possibility of very light to light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning.
According to the IMD, strong surface winds are expected across the region, with speeds ranging between 40 and 50 kmph and gusts reaching up to 60 kmph at isolated places. Maximum temperatures are likely to remain between 37 and 39 degrees Celsius, while minimum temperatures may hover between 26 and 28 degrees Celsius. The weather conditions are expected to provide intermittent relief from the prevailing summer heat.
The forecast follows a significant change in weather across Delhi-NCR on Monday, when several parts of the national capital witnessed rainfall, dust storms and strong winds, easing the heat and humidity that had persisted in recent days. The sudden shift in weather prompted authorities to issue advisories as gusty winds swept through the city.
Residents woke up to overcast skies and rain on Monday as an active western disturbance continued to influence weather conditions across northwest India. The system contributed to a drop in temperatures and improved weather conditions, bringing relief from the prolonged spell of hot weather.
Meteorologists have indicated that light to moderate rainfall is likely to continue over the next few days, helping keep temperatures in check. Isolated to scattered rainfall activity is expected across the plains, including Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh and western Uttar Pradesh, until June 19.
Weather experts attributed the current conditions to a western disturbance moving across northwest India. As the system gradually progresses, rainfall intensity is expected to weaken, transitioning from the widespread heavy showers recorded in recent days to lighter and more moderate precipitation across the region.
(With inputs from IANS)
