Delhi Weather Update: IMD Issues Orange Alert for Thunderstorms, Lightning and Hailstorm
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Delhi, warning of moderate to severe thunderstorms, lightning and isolated hailstorms over the next two days. Weather officials said light to moderate rainfall is likely across several parts of the national capital, accompanied by strong winds reaching speeds of 50-60 kmph and gusts up to 70 kmph.
New Delhi, May 28: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Delhi, warning of moderate to severe thunderstorms, lightning and isolated hailstorms over the next two days. Weather officials said light to moderate rainfall is likely across several parts of the national capital, accompanied by strong winds reaching speeds of 50-60 kmph and gusts up to 70 kmph.
According to weather experts, thunderstorm activity has already developed over northern Rajasthan and is expected to move towards Delhi by evening before continuing through the night.
Delhi Weather Today
Thunderstorm Activity Likely to Intensify
Mahesh Palawat of Skymet said the current weather system is likely to become stronger on Thursday and continue affecting Delhi till May 30. He added that from May 30 to May 31, the weather activity is expected to gradually shift towards Gujarat. Weather Forecast Today, May 28, 2026: Check Weather Updates, Rainfall and Heatwave Predictions for Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Shimla.
“The current spell of pre-monsoon rains is likely to be stronger than the showers witnessed in Delhi earlier this month and in April, leading to widespread rainfall activity across the city,” Palawat said.
Officials warned residents to remain cautious during thunderstorms and avoid open areas during lightning activity. PM Narendra Modi Urges Citizens To ‘Stay Hydrated, Offer Glass of Water to Others’ As Severe Heatwave Sweeps Parts of India.
Weather System Behind Delhi Rainfall
Meteorologists said the changing weather conditions are being influenced by multiple systems, including a western disturbance over the Himalayan region, an induced cyclonic circulation over Rajasthan and adjoining areas, along with moisture-laden winds from the Bay of Bengal.
The combined effect of these systems has increased humidity levels over Delhi and nearby regions, creating favourable conditions for intense thunderstorm activity and rain.
Temperature Likely to Stay High
Despite the expected rainfall, the IMD has forecast the maximum temperature in Delhi to hover around 43 degrees Celsius. However, rain and cloud cover may bring temporary relief from the prevailing heatwave conditions in several areas of the city.
Authorities are monitoring the weather situation closely as pre-monsoon activity intensifies across northwestern India.
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