After a dry spell of about one week, from 7th to 12th July, Delhi finally observed some good rain on Sunday. However, this spell of rain was patchy in nature, with the bulk of rain being observed in south, central and outskirts of Delhi.
Safdarjung recorded 25.6 mm of rain, Palam 15 mm, Lodhi road 25.2 mm and Noida 15 mm. While Pitampura, Delhi University and Ridge in north Delhi recorded 00.0 mm, 2.00 mm and 2.2 mm of rain respectively. These figures clearly show that rain in Delhi was patchy on Sunday.
Soon after the spell, temperatures dropped by 8 to 10⁰C in those areas that received good rain. Just before the spell of rain, the Safdarjung observatory was recording 43.6⁰C as the maximum temperature, while Palam was 42⁰C.
With the spell of rain, the hot day conditions (minimums recording 5⁰C above normal average) being observed in Delhi for the last few days also abated. Minimums came down by about five degrees in the capital.
Forecast for Delhi till 18th July, rain expected
- According to Skymet Meteorology Division in India, the winds in Delhi have changed to southeasterlies and are expected to remain the same for another 4 to 5 days. These winds will result in high humidity and rain in the city during the period.
- The day temperatures will be of some relief as they are expected to remain in the mid thirties. However, humidity will be high making the weather in Delhi a little uncomfortable.
- From 14th July to 18th July we can expect rain in Delhi. During the first two days rain will be light but moderate to good showers will be seen from 16th July.
On an average, Delhi receives 214 mm of rain in the month of July, but till the 14th of July Delhi has received 37.9 mm of rain only. It is likely to pick up in the coming 4 to 5 days.
