Archive · 1 Sep 2026
Delhi Endures Above-Normal Heat as Rain Expected Through September 4
Delhi had rain in several areas on Tuesday evening.
The rain was light to moderate, but some places could get heavier rain.
More rain is expected through September 4.
The city was also hotter than usual during the day.
Safdarjung recorded a high temperature of 36 degrees Celsius.
Rain and heat together made the weather feel more humid.
Forecasters said winds and moisture from the Bay of Bengal would bring more clouds.
Delhi’s air quality was rated moderate.
Delhi received light to moderate evening showers in several areas, including ITO and Laxmi Nagar.
The India Meteorological Department forecast rain in many parts of the city through September 4, with isolated heavy rainfall possible.
Safdarjung recorded a maximum temperature of 36 degrees Celsius, 1.5 degrees above normal.
Weather officials said humidity and cloud cover are likely to increase as moisture moves in from the Bay of Bengal.
Delhi’s air quality index was 113, classified as moderate by the Central Pollution Control Board.
- Who
- Delhi residents, the India Meteorological Department, Skymet Weather forecaster Mahesh Palawat, and the Central Pollution Control Board.
- What
- Delhi experienced evening monsoon showers, above-normal temperatures, and a moderate air-quality reading, with more rain forecast.
- When
- Tuesday, September 1; further rain was forecast through September 4.
- Where
- Several parts of Delhi, including ITO, Laxmi Nagar, central Delhi, and adjoining districts.
- Why
- Westerly winds had increased temperatures, while incoming humid air from the Bay of Bengal was expected to bring more cloud cover and rain.
- Rain forecast
- Light to moderate rain was expected in many parts of Delhi through September 4, with isolated heavy rainfall possible.
- Safdarjung maximum
- 36 degrees Celsius, 1.5 degrees above normal.
- Safdarjung minimum
- 27.8 degrees Celsius, 1.3 degrees above normal.
- Reported rain areas
- ITO, Laxmi Nagar, central Delhi, and adjoining areas.
- Air quality index
- 113, in the moderate category.
- Rainfall outlook
- Light rain was expected in isolated areas during late afternoons and evenings over the following days.