Archive · 12 Sep 2026
Delhi Rain and Thunderstorms Expected During BRICS Summit
Delhi is expected to have cloudy weather on September 11 and 12.
Light rain, thunder and lightning may happen in many areas.
The heaviest period mentioned in the forecast is from early morning to the late morning on September 12.
Some places could receive moderate rain.
More light rain may arrive from the afternoon into the evening.
Nearby cities such as Faridabad, Gurgaon, Noida and Ghaziabad may also get rain.
Wet roads, poor visibility and possible waterlogging could make travel harder.
This matters because leaders are gathering in New Delhi for the BRICS Summit, and traffic restrictions are planned.
The India Meteorological Department forecasts generally cloudy conditions across Delhi on September 11 and 12, 2026.
Very light to light rain, thunderstorms and lightning are expected, with the strongest activity on September 12 from early morning to forenoon.
Moderate rain could occur at isolated locations on September 12, followed by another light-rain spell from afternoon to evening.
Delhi-NCR areas including Faridabad, Gurgaon, Noida and Ghaziabad may face wet roads, traffic disruptions and intermittent showers.
The 18th BRICS Summit is scheduled for September 12-13 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, amid planned traffic restrictions and expected participation by major leaders.
- Who
- The India Meteorological Department issued the forecasts; BRICS leaders, commuters and visitors may be affected.
- What
- Delhi and parts of the NCR are expected to experience cloudy skies, light rain, thunderstorms and lightning, with isolated moderate rain possible on September 12.
- When
- The forecasts cover September 11 and 12, 2026; the BRICS Leaders' Summit is scheduled for September 12-13.
- Where
- Delhi, New Delhi, Bharat Mandapam and nearby NCR districts including Faridabad, Gurgaon, Noida and Ghaziabad.
- Why
- The weather is relevant because the BRICS Summit is taking place in New Delhi while traffic restrictions and diversions are planned; the rain is part of a broader period of monsoon activity.
- Forecast dates
- September 11 and 12, 2026
- Delhi outlook
- Generally cloudy, with one or more spells of light rain, thunderstorms and lightning
- Peak September 12 activity
- Early morning to forenoon, with moderate rain possible at isolated places
- Temperatures
- Maximum 30°C-32°C and minimum 24°C-26°C; the maximum is expected to be below normal at most places
- NCR areas mentioned
- Faridabad, Gurgaon, Noida and Ghaziabad
- Summit
- The 18th BRICS Summit is scheduled for September 12-13 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi
- Travel risks
- Rain could affect road conditions and visibility; heavy rain in vulnerable areas may cause waterlogging, inundation and road or rail disruption
- Forecast qualification
- The September 11 district forecast describes conditions as “Likely” and advises checking location-specific weather and lightning warnings
