Several parts of Delhi received heavy rain on Saturday, bringing some relief from the heat and prompting a change in weather conditions across the capital. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) expects the rainy spell to continue through 16 September.
The capital is likely to remain under generally cloudy skies, with moderate rain possible. The day’s maximum temperature is forecast to stay around 31°C, while the minimum temperature recorded on Saturday was 26.8°C—1.2°C above normal.
Rainfall recorded across Delhi
Rain had also affected parts of Delhi on Friday, when light to moderate showers were reported. The spell continued on Saturday, with the highest rainfall in the previous 24 hours recorded at Ridge.
- Ridge: 10.6 mm
- Aya Nagar: 10.3 mm
- Palam: 4.7 mm
- Lodhi Road: 2.4 mm
- Safdarjung: 1.8 mm
The measurements were recorded up to 8:30 am on Saturday. The weather department also issued a rain alert for the capital for the next few hours.
Delhi air quality remains satisfactory
Rain arrived alongside relatively comfortable air quality in the city. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) recorded Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) at 63 at 9 am on Saturday.
Under the CPCB scale, an AQI between 51 and 100 is considered satisfactory. The reading places Delhi’s air quality within that category as the city continues to experience changing weather.
What to expect next
The forecast points to more variable conditions over the coming days, with rain expected to remain possible until 16 September. Cloud cover and moderate showers are likely to remain the main features of the weather during the period.
The immediate forecast combines a maximum temperature of about 31°C with a rain alert for the next few hours. Residents should therefore expect the wet spell to continue rather than a quick return to the earlier hot conditions.
Conclusion
Rain across Delhi has provided some relief from the heat, while the IMD’s forecast indicates that showers may continue through 16 September. The city’s AQI remains in the satisfactory category, and further rain is expected in the near term.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Why did Delhi’s weather change on Saturday?
Rain across several parts of the capital brought some relief from the heat and changed the weather conditions.
Q. How long is rain expected to continue in Delhi?
The IMD expects rain to continue through 16 September.
Q. What temperature was recorded in Delhi on Saturday?
The minimum temperature was 26.8°C, while the maximum is expected to remain around 31°C.
Q. What was Delhi’s AQI on Saturday morning?
The CPCB recorded an AQI of 63 at 9 am, which falls in the satisfactory category.
Q. Which area recorded the highest rainfall?
Ridge recorded the highest rainfall among the listed locations, with 10.6 mm in the previous 24 hours up to 8:30 am.
