Delhi-NCR Monsoon Alert – IMD Forecasts Thunderstorm, Rain and Wind Gusts Through June 19
Monsoon Roars In Delhi Braces for Thunderstorms and Cool Relief
As Delhi’s residents wake up drenched in sweat and frustration from relentless heat a shift in weather has brought with it a breath of hope. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has officially issued the monsoon alert , for Delhi-NCR from June 16 to 19 .The capital is expected to witness thunderstorms, showers and gusty winds, a dramatic change from the hot dry days that have scorched the city for weeks.
Delhi-NCR Weather Update: Storm, Rain & Wind to Provide Heat Relief from June 16–20
From Blazing Days to Stormy Nights
Monday morning began on a humid note with the minimum temperature around 29°C. According to the IMD, that’s just the calm before the storm. As the evening hours roll in Delhi’s skies are predicted to darken with thunderclouds ,paving the way for moderate rainfall and winds speeding up to 60 km/h. The sudden weather flip promises not just cooler nights but also a possible break from the ongoing heatwave.
Weather Update: IMD Predicts Rain Soon as Heatwave Scorches Delhi-NCR, Relief on the Way
Three-Day Yellow Alert: Delhi Told to Stay Prepared
The IMD has issued a Yellow Alert for Delhi and surrounding regions, warning of a three day spell of stormy weather. Residents should expect rain showers, lightning strikes and falling temperatures that could bring the maximum down to nearly 33°C. Sunday already saw parts of the capital lashed by strong winds leaving behind broken branches and disrupted power lines a preview of what’s coming.
North India’s Weather Narrative Begins to Shift
It’s not just Delhi feeling the atmospheric mood swing. Eastern Uttar Pradesh is also on IMD’s watchlist with forecasts pointing to light showers through June 22. Meanwhile, Rajasthan is bracing for lightning and possible thunderstorms, between June 16 and 17. The broader narrative of the northern plains , is now shifting from extreme heat to scattered rainfall and sudden cooling spells.
Mumbai Feels the Monsoon’s Advance
Further west Mumbai is already soaking in early monsoon rains. A Yellow Alert remains in effect with moderate to heavy rainfall ,expected throughout the week. Coastal winds and waterlogging, have already begun to affect daily life as the monsoon builds momentum across the country.
A Stormy Week Ahead-But Relief in Sight
Delhi-NCR’s residents should stay updated and cautious but there’s a silver lining to the storm clouds. After weeks of oppressive heat the monsoon is finally arriving bringing cooler air, darker skies and the promise of relief. The city’s weather narrative is changing fast and it’s just the beginning.