Delhi-NCR Sees Cloudy Skies, Light Rain; Humidity High

Despite the rainfall, humidity levels stayed elevated. According to IMD data, the maximum temperature in Delhi on Friday settled at 35 degrees Celsius, 0.6 degrees above the seasonal average. Safdarjung, the city’s primary weather observatory, recorded the same maximum, while Palam registered 33.5 degrees Celsius, 1.4 degrees below normal.

For Saturday, the IMD has predicted a maximum temperature of around 33 degrees Celsius and a minimum of approximately 25 degrees Celsius. Relative humidity is expected to range between 75 and 95 per cent. Cloudy conditions are likely to prevail throughout the day, with the possibility of light rain in several parts of the National Capital Region. No specific weather warning has been issued for the day.

The overall pattern is expected to remain similar on August 2, with daytime temperatures around 33 degrees Celsius and night temperatures near 25 degrees Celsius, accompanied by cloudy skies and light rainfall. A comparable forecast has been issued for August 3, when the maximum and minimum are expected to be 33 degrees Celsius and 24 degrees Celsius respectively, with light showers and overcast conditions continuing.

On August 4, Delhi-NCR is again likely to see a cloudy day with light rainfall across several areas. The maximum temperature is expected to remain around 33 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may ease to 23 degrees Celsius.

Separately, the IMD has issued warnings for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across 19 states, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Strong winds reaching speeds of up to 60 kmph are expected in several regions. Farmers and fishermen have been advised to exercise caution. Hilly states may face elevated risks of landslides, while some areas could also experience hailstorms.

The combination of cloud cover and intermittent light rain is expected to keep temperatures moderate over the next few days, even as elevated humidity continues to influence comfort levels across the capital region.