Delhi weather on Independence Day: IMD issues yellow alert, forecasts rain

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi, forecasting light to moderate rain on Independence Day. This weather could lead to minor traffic disruptions, increased accident risks, and water accumulation in low-lying areas. "Check traffic conditions before heading out and adhere to any traffic advisories. Avoid areas prone to waterlogging," advised the IMD.

Delhi has experienced light to moderate rainfall across various parts this week. According to IMD data, Safdarjung had accumulated 220.8 mm of rainfall in August by Tuesday evening, approaching the monthly average of 233.1 mm. The current weather patterns include a monsoon trough near its usual position and a cyclonic circulation over northeast Rajasthan extending up to mid-tropospheric levels. This system, along with another cyclonic circulation over southeast Pakistan and adjoining Rajasthan, is contributing to rainfall in northwest India.

IMD weather forecast for the coming days

The IMD's weekly bulletin predicts widespread light to moderate rainfall over Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, with scattered to fairly widespread showers expected in Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan. Delhi’s air quality remains in the ‘satisfactory’ range with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 65. The air quality is expected to remain in this category for the next few days.

Detailed Weather Forecast

August 14: Generally cloudy with light to moderate rain, thundershowers, and lightning. High of 34°C, low of 27°C.
August 15: Generally cloudy with moderate rain. High of 33°C, low of 26°C.
August 16: Generally cloudy with moderate rain. High of 32°C, low of 26°C.
August 17: Generally cloudy with light rain. High of 33°C, low of 25°C.
August 18: Generally cloudy with light rain. High of 33°C, low of 25°C.
August 19: Rain or thundershowers expected. High of 32°C, low of 26°C.
August 20: Rain or thundershowers anticipated. High of 32°C, low of 26°C.