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Early morning Delhi rain brings down heat, but temperature likely to rise again by May 2
The latest IMD forecast says the heat is likely to shoot up again with the maximum temperature expected to reach 42 degrees Celsius by May 2.
Weather turns pleasant as the capital city witnesses rain, thunderstorm bringing relief from days of sweltering heat. Morning visuals from India Gate, Kartavya Path areas. (Source: Express Archives)
After days of intense heat, rain brought much-needed relief to Delhi and Delhi NCR on Wednesday morning, with showers sweeping across several parts of the city.
However, this relief could be short-lived. The latest IMD forecast says the heat is likely to shoot up again with the maximum temperature expected to reach 42 degrees Celsius by May 2.
Wednesday morning started with gusty winds kicking up a dust storm. Soon after, several parts of the city witnessed rain, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported ‘very light rain’ and ‘drizzle’ at many places.
Wednesday morning started with gusty winds kicking up a dust storm. (Source: Express Photo)
The weather department has forecast thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and strong surface winds throughout the day. Similar conditions are expected during the forenoon, afternoon and evening on Wednesday. The IMD has also issued an alert for thunderstorms, lightning and squally winds in Delhi until May 2.
Meanwhile, West Uttar Pradesh is also expected to witness the same through the end of April.
VIDEO | Delhi: Weather turns pleasant as the capital city witnesses rain, thunderstorm bringing relief from days of sweltering heat. Morning visuals from India Gate, Kartavya Path areas.#DelhiRain #WeatherUpdate
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After a dust storm swept through the national capital on Monday evening, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in its weather forecast announced thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, gusty winds of 30–40 kmph, with speeds likely to reach 50 kmph and dust-raising surface winds for Wednesday. The weather office had also advised residents to remain cautious, warning of possible tree branches snapping, trees being uprooted, crop damage, disruptions to power and communication lines, partial damage to vulnerable structures and loose objects being blown around.
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