Archive · 18 Jun 2025
Delhi Braces for Heavy Rain: Orange Alert Issued
Delhi is going to get some heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning tonight, and the weather service has issued an orange alert.
This means it's important to be aware of the weather.
The wind will be strong.
The air is pretty clean, which is good.
The weather service is letting everyone know so people can prepare for the weather.
IMD predicts moderate to heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning for Wednesday night.
An orange alert has been issued for the Delhi region.
Gusty winds are expected, with speeds of 40-50 kmph.
The minimum temperature was 28 degrees Celsius, slightly above normal.
Air quality is 'satisfactory' with an AQI of 80.
- Who
- Residents of Delhi; the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
- What
- Moderate to heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.
- When
- Wednesday night.
- Where
- Delhi.
- Why
- To inform the public about potential weather hazards.
Commuters
Weather Enthusiasts
Impact of Weather
Commuters
Concerned about travel disruptions and potential hazards.
Weather Enthusiasts
Interested in the relief from heat.
- Alert Level
- Orange
- Wind Speed
- 40-50 kmph
- Minimum Temperature
- 28 degrees Celsius
- Expected Max Temperature
- 36 degrees Celsius
- Air Quality Index
- 80 (Satisfactory)
Sources
IMD issues red alert for heavy rain in Delhi-NCR; forecasts thunderstorms and hailstorm in UP, Rajasthan - check details
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Delhi Weather Updates: IMD Issues Yellow Alert For Wednesday As More Rainfall Expected
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