Umbrellas Up, Delhi! Monsoon Crashes the Party Early—Heavy Rains Set to Drench the Capital

Delhi is in a state of high alert as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted the onset of the southwest monsoon on June 24—earlier than the normal date—bringing relief to the city from the suffocating heat and humidity. The city and its suburbs, such as Gurugram and Noida, are ready for a couple of days of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and wind.

 

Key Highlights

Weather Forecast:

 

It is forecast cloudy weather and moderate rain from June 23–June 25 with the maximum temperature at 34–35°C and high humidity.

 

Midweek thunderstorm activity would become more pronounced, particularly on June 26th and 27th, leading to heavier showers and waterlogging of low-lying areas.

IMD stressed that the current weather conditions—easterly wind, high humidity, and a temperature dip—are extremely conducive to the advancement of the monsoon. Delhi has already recorded more than its normal June average rainfall, indicating a good beginning to the season.

 

"Monsoon will hit Delhi on June 24 with heavy rain across large parts of north and northwest India as the southwest monsoon advances further into the country with the support of conducive moisture levels." — IMD Official 

 

Source: Times of India, Onmanorama, Times Now, Skymet Weather, India Today, Economic Times