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Delhi-NCR Rain Continues as IMD Forecasts Cooler Days, Waterlogging
Delhi and nearby areas have received a lot of rain.
The rain is linked to a low-pressure weather system over southwest Uttar Pradesh.
Delhi’s temperature was much cooler than usual.
The weather office expects more clouds and moderate rain.
Some places could receive heavy rain, although not everywhere.
The rain made the weather pleasant for people near India Gate.
It also caused waterlogging and traffic problems in parts of Delhi-NCR.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta asked officials to use pumps and clear the water quickly.
A low-pressure area over southwest Uttar Pradesh is influencing Delhi-NCR weather and is expected to move east-northeastwards within 24 hours.
Safdarjung recorded 30.0 mm of rain, with a maximum temperature of 27.6°C—6.5°C below normal—and humidity at 98%.
The IMD forecasts cloudy skies and moderate rain in Delhi, followed by partly cloudy conditions through September 11.
Heavy rainfall is likely at isolated places across Delhi and several northern and central Indian states on September 6.
Rainwater accumulation was reported in Geeta Colony, Akbar Road and parts of Gurugram, disrupting traffic and commuters.
- Who
- Delhi residents, commuters, the India Meteorological Department, and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta are involved in the reported weather developments and response.
- What
- A continuing spell of rain is bringing cooler temperatures to Delhi-NCR while causing waterlogging and traffic disruption in some areas.
- Where
- Delhi-NCR, including Safdarjung, Geeta Colony, Akbar Road, India Gate, Gurugram and Sadhbhavana Park.
- When
- Rain was reported on Saturday and Sunday, with forecasts covering September 6 through September 11.
- Why
- The weather is being influenced by a low-pressure area over southwest Uttar Pradesh and neighbouring areas.
Key facts
- Rainfall recorded
- New Delhi-Safdarjung recorded 30.0 mm in the preceding 24 hours.
- Maximum temperature
- 27.6°C, which was 6.5°C below normal.
- Minimum temperature
- 24.6°C, 1°C below normal.
- Humidity
- 98% at both 1730 IST and 0830 IST.
- Forecast
- Generally cloudy skies and moderate rain are forecast in Delhi, with a maximum temperature of 32°C and a minimum of about 25°C.
- Heavy-rain outlook
- The IMD said isolated heavy rainfall was very likely over Delhi and several other states on September 6.
- Administrative response
- Rekha Gupta directed officials to deploy pumps and other resources in waterlogged areas and drain accumulated water.
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