Rain lashed several parts of Delhi on Sunday as a low-pressure area over southwest Uttar Pradesh and adjoining areas continued to influence weather conditions across the national capital. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall at isolated places in Delhi and several neighbouring states on September 6.
The weather system, which had earlier been located over northwest Madhya Pradesh and adjoining southwest Uttar Pradesh, was positioned over southwest Uttar Pradesh and nearby areas on Sunday. The IMD said the system is likely to move east-northeastwards during the next 24 hours.
IMD issues heavy rain forecast
According to the weather agency, heavy rainfall is very likely at isolated places over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi, as well as East Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand on Sunday.
The forecast comes after another spell of rain affected Delhi-NCR over the past few days, with heavy showers causing waterlogging and traffic disruptions at several locations.
The IMD's latest assessment indicates that the weather system over the region could continue to support rainfall activity across parts of northern India.
Safdarjung records 30 mm rainfall
Delhi's Safdarjung weather station recorded 30 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours preceding the latest observation, according to weather data cited in current reports.
The maximum temperature was recorded at 27.6 degrees Celsius, which was 6.5 degrees below normal. The minimum temperature stood at 24.6 degrees Celsius, around one degree below normal.
Humidity remained high, reaching 98 per cent in observations recorded during both morning and evening hours.
The rainfall and cloud cover have kept temperatures considerably lower than normal for this time of the year.
Waterlogging reported in several areas
The recent spell of rain has also resulted in water accumulation in parts of the national capital. Areas including Geeta Colony and Akbar Road reported waterlogging during the ongoing wet spell.
Parts of the wider NCR, including Gurugram, have also faced waterlogging and traffic disruptions following heavy rainfall. Authorities have been monitoring vulnerable stretches and working to clear accumulated rainwater.
The situation has renewed concerns over drainage capacity in low-lying areas, particularly during periods of intense rainfall.
Delhi government monitors drainage situation
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta conducted an inspection of Sadhbhavana Park and adjoining roads on Saturday amid continuing rainfall. She reviewed the waterlogging situation and interacted with officials and field staff regarding drainage arrangements.
Officials were directed to deploy pumps and other necessary resources in waterlogged areas and ensure that accumulated rainwater is removed promptly.
The administration's focus remains on preventing prolonged waterlogging and reducing inconvenience to commuters during the continuing wet spell.
Weather expected to remain cloudy
The IMD's seven-day forecast indicates that Delhi is likely to experience generally cloudy conditions with moderate rain. The maximum temperature is forecast to reach around 32 degrees Celsius, while the minimum is expected to remain near 25 degrees Celsius.
The weather is expected to become comparatively drier after September 6. Forecasts for September 7 and 8 indicate maximum temperatures around 34 degrees Celsius, while the IMD outlook carries no warning for those days.
Rain may continue to affect daily life
The latest spell of rainfall has brought cooler temperatures but has also created challenges for commuters in Delhi-NCR. Waterlogging, slow-moving traffic and difficult road conditions remain concerns in areas receiving heavier showers.
With the IMD forecasting isolated heavy rainfall over Delhi on Sunday, residents in vulnerable areas are likely to remain alert as the weather system moves east-northeastwards.
For the coming days, the focus will remain on rainfall intensity, drainage conditions and the movement of the low-pressure system as authorities continue to monitor the situation.
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