Residents of Delhi-NCR experienced scattered rainfall on Monday (May 4), bringing a welcome break from rising temperatures and humid conditions. Several parts of the national capital witnessed showers that cooled down the weather after days of intense summer heat, offering temporary relief to commuters and residents. According to the nowcast on the official IMD website, a red alert was issued for most parts of Delhi, except the south and southeast regions. The warning indicated severe weather conditions, including thunderstorms with lightning, hail, dust storms, and moderate rainfall across the city. Gusty winds were also expected to reach speeds of up to 80 kmph.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a western disturbance will remain active from Monday to Wednesday. Due to this system, clouds gathered over Delhi-NCR at night, followed by rainfall. The rain was not very heavy, but light to moderate showers were recorded in several areas. Most parts of Delhi experienced light rain along with strong winds.
Some areas of Noida, Ghaziabad, and Gurugram received slightly heavier rainfall along with thunder and lightning. There were also minor complaints of waterlogging in a few locations. However, no major disruption or serious issues were reported.
"During May 2026, maximum temperatures are expected to be normal to below normal across many parts of the country," the IMD said in a press release issued by the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
However, the weather agency added caution, stating that "above-normal temperatures are likely in many parts of southern peninsular India, some parts of the northeast, and northwest India." It further noted that night temperatures are expected to remain elevated in several regions, although some pockets in northwest, central, and adjoining peninsular India may see normal or below-normal minimum temperatures.
At the same time, rainfall trends are expected to remain stronger than usual. "The rainfall during May 2026, averaged over the country as a whole, is most likely to be above normal (>110% of LPA)," the IMD said, while noting that parts of east, northeast, and east-central India may receive below-normal rainfall.
The IMD also flagged evolving global climate patterns, stating that oceanic conditions are shifting. "ENSO-neutral conditions are evolving towards El Nino conditions over the equatorial Pacific," it said. The agency added that El Nino conditions may develop during the upcoming southwest monsoon season, while "positive IOD conditions are likely to develop towards the end of the monsoon season."
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