Will It Rain In Delhi Today? Check Latest IMD Forecast For Monday, June 30

Following a rainy weekend that signalled the monsoon's arrival in Delhi, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts more showers and a cloudy sky for Monday. A yellow alert has been issued, with temperatures expected to hover around 32°C and 26°C. The alert encourages residents to stay informed about potential weather disruptions.

Delhi officially entered the monsoon season on Sunday, slightly later than the typical June 27 date. The IMD confirmed that by June 29, the southwest monsoon had spread across the entire country, nine days ahead of its usual schedule. This marks the fastest nationwide coverage since 2020.

Monsoon Advances Across India

The IMD announced that the southwest monsoon has now reached all parts of Rajasthan, west Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana, covering Delhi completely by June 29. This swift progression is notable as it completed its advance earlier than usual.

On Sunday, intermittent rain caused waterlogging and traffic congestion in several areas of Delhi. The Safdarjung observatory recorded 4.8 mm of rainfall by 5:30 pm, while Palam noted 10.2 mm, Lodhi Road 5.3 mm, and Aya Nagar 9.9 mm.

Traffic Challenges Amidst Rain

Delhi Traffic Police reported congestion at major junctions such as India Gate, ITO, Peeragarhi Chowk, Shankar Road, and Sarai Rohilla due to rain-induced traffic snarls. Additional personnel were deployed to manage these situations effectively.

The NDMC received only two minor waterlogging complaints within its jurisdiction. However, the PWD reported between 10 to 12 instances of waterlogging, most of which were resolved promptly.

Weather Impact on Air Quality

Despite the rain-related challenges, Delhi's air quality remained within the 'satisfactory' range with an AQI of 83 over a 24-hour period according to the Central Pollution Control Board. This provided some relief from previous heat conditions.

The city's maximum temperature dropped to 32.8°C on Sunday, which is 4.4 degrees below the seasonal average. This brought welcome respite from earlier heatwaves experienced in the region.