- By Priyanka Koul
- Mon, 05 May 2025 10:24 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Delhi Weather Update: Delhi is in for a spell of pleasant weather, as light rains and overcast skies bring much-needed relief from the scorching heat. Residents of Delhi can expect a welcome break from the scorching heat as light rainfall and cloudy skies have brought down temperatures across the city.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the national capital will experience light showers over the next four days, with no heatwave expected until May 11.
Delhi Witnesses Drop In Temperature
On Monday, several parts of Delhi experienced light rain, with Palam recording the highest at 3.3 mm. Pitampura and Mayur Vihar also saw minor showers of 0.5 mm each. The cloudy and rainy conditions caused the maximum temperature to dip by 3.7 degrees C compared to the previous day, bringing it down to 32.3 degrees C, a full 7 degrees C below the seasonal average. The minimum temperature also dropped slightly to 23.2 degrees C, offering residents much needed relief from the heat.
Delhi Weather: IMD Issues Yellow Alert Issued for Tuesday
The IMD has issued a Yellow Alert for Tuesday, warning of overcast skies, light rain, thunder, and lightning. Winds are expected to blow at speeds between 30 and 40 km/h, with occasional gusts reaching up to 50 km/h. These conditions are likely to continue through the week.
Forecasts suggest that Tuesday’s maximum temperature will remain around 32 degrees C, while the minimum is expected to be about 23 degrees C. A similar weather pattern was seen on Sunday evening, when rainfall was recorded in areas like Najafgarh (7 mm), Pitampura (2.5 mm post-midnight), and Mayur Vihar (0.5 mm).
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Delhi Sees Improvement In AQI Levels
Along with cooler temperatures, the rainfall has also helped improve Delhi’s air quality. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the capital’s Air Quality Index (AQI) dropped to 119 on Monday, a significant improvement from 232 recorded a day earlier. The air quality is now in the "moderate" category and is expected to remain so for the next three days.
Neighbouring areas also reported improved air conditions. Ghaziabad recorded an AQI of 79, Greater Noida 84, and Noida 89, all falling under the "satisfactory" category. However, Gurugram remained an outlier, with an AQI of 248, placing it in the "poor" range. According to CPCB, Gurugram experienced the worst air quality in the country on Monday, largely due to local pollution sources.
