Winter, summer, or…? Delhi Sees Unexpected Heavy Rainfall

It might be the end of summer, but northern parts of India are experiencing some unusual weather. Heavy rainfall has taken residents by surprise, and the India Meteorological Department says that more rain is in store for the capital and neighboring areas

Delhi and its adjoining areas woke up to heavy rainfall today, catching many off guard. The India Meteorological Department, or IMD, forecasts more showers throughout the day. According to the weather department, light to moderate intensity rain accompanied by thunderstorms is expected over Delhi and NCR. The IMD also predicts rain in parts of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan during the next few hours.

that’s not all. The minimum temperature in Delhi is expected to be 13 degrees Celsius, with a maximum of around 28 degrees Celsius, making chilly nights, soggy as well. The silver lining to this unexpected rain, however, is the anticipated relief to the region's air quality, which has been in the 'poor' category