Recent rainfall in Delhi-NCR has provided much-needed relief from the intense heat, but the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a serious weather warning for the next four days. The IMD has issued an orange alert for Delhi-NCR, along with Northwest, East, and Central India.
Weather Update: Residents of Delhi-NCR, previously suffering from heat and heatwaves, are now experiencing relief. Heavy rainfall over the past few days has brought a sudden change in weather, leading to a significant drop in temperature. Amidst this shift, the IMD has issued an orange alert for the next four days.
Several states in North India are expected to experience rainfall, hailstorms, b winds, and lightning. Several weather systems are currently active, which will influence the region's weather throughout the week.
Heavy Rainfall and Relief in Delhi
The weather in the Delhi-NCR region has taken a sudden turn, providing relief from the scorching heat. The Safdarjung weather station recorded 77 mm of rainfall, making it the second highest rainfall for May since 1901. The highest rainfall in May was recorded on May 20, 2021, at 119.3 mm. This rainfall not only lowered the temperature but also refreshed the atmosphere.
This sudden rainfall during the heat has brought relief to Delhi residents. The minimum temperature in Delhi has dropped by 8°C, allowing residents to experience cooler conditions. While the rain, accompanied by b winds and thunder, caused waterlogging in some areas, the IMD warns that the situation could worsen in the coming days despite the current relief.
Alert for Northwest, East, and Central India
The IMD has predicted heavy rainfall in Northwest, East, and Central India for the next four days. Lightning, hailstorms, and b winds are also anticipated. A series of western disturbances and cyclonic circulations have created severe weather conditions in these areas. This weather pattern has impacted agriculture, horticulture, and public life, with potential damage to crops and orchards.
Impact of Cyclone Tauktae on Weather
The recent rainfall is attributed to Cyclone Tauktae, which has crossed the Gujarat coast. The cyclone's impact has resulted in heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in Delhi-NCR and other northwestern regions. This cyclone has already caused waterlogging and hailstorms in several states.
The impact of Cyclone Tauktae is likely to alter the monsoon's direction, potentially affecting the weather across the country. Several weather systems are currently active in Delhi and NCR, which could lead to further rainfall in the coming days.
IMD Advice
The IMD advises exercising caution due to the changing weather conditions. They have advised those involved in farming and horticulture to take precautions to minimize potential losses. Residents of hilly areas have been specifically warned to take necessary steps to protect themselves from hailstorms and b winds.
The IMD, in its agricultural weather advisory, emphasizes the need to take appropriate measures to protect crops following the rainfall. The potential for waterlogging in urban and hilly areas necessitates that residents take necessary precautions before heavy rainfall and storms.
What Lies Ahead?
Over the next few days, the maximum temperature in Delhi-NCR will remain 1-3°C below normal. However, the IMD warns of potential dust storms and hailstorms in some areas. Strong winds and hailstorms are particularly anticipated in parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, and Haryana.
According to the IMD, the weather in the Delhi-NCR region and several other parts of Northwest India will remain volatile throughout the coming week. These areas can expect rain and thunderstorms for the next few days. There is also a possibility of storms and hailstorms in some places, posing challenges to the public.
