Delhi Weather Forecast and Rain Chances for India vs Afghanistan 1st T20I 2026

New Delhi is bracing for a cloudy and potentially wet Sunday, September 13, as India prepares to host Afghanistan in the first of a three-match T20I series at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. With the weather forecasting light to moderate rain and thunderstorms, the highly anticipated clash between Shreyas Iyer's India and Ibrahim Zadran's Afghanistan faces a threat of interruption. Adding to the city's complexities are the ongoing traffic regulations due to the BRICS Summit, which is underway from September 12-13, 2026. 1980s AI Photo Trend: Team India Players React to Viral Retro Avatars in BCCI Video.

The Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) had earlier confirmed that the match would go ahead as scheduled, allaying fears of a postponement due to the BRICS Summit. However, the weather remains a significant concern for cricket enthusiasts and players alike.

Delhi Weather Forecast and Rain Chances

The latest IMD forecast for Sunday, September 13, 2026, indicates a generally cloudy sky with a possibility of light to moderate rain and thunderstorms. Intermittent showers are expected to continue over the capital between September 13 and 16. Specific predictions suggest a 30 percent chance of rain during the day and a 15 percent  chance at night, accompanied by scattered thunderstorms. Some warnings even flag the possibility of isolated heavy rainfall in Delhi on both September 13 and 14.

Temperatures during the day are expected to hover between 30°C and 33°C (86-92°F), dropping to around 24°C to 27°C (75-81°F) at night. Humidity levels are anticipated to be high, ranging from 66 percent  to 73 percent . Wind speeds could also be a factor, with gusts potentially reaching 45 to 50 kilometres per hour, and even up to 75 km/h in some parts of the region. BCCI to Take Action Against Rohit Sharma Over Hosting TV Show? Fact Check Calls Claim False.

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Traffic and waterlogging could pose significant challenges for fans heading to the stadium, as heavy rain and strong winds may lead to congestion.

Match Details at a Glance

Head-to-Head and Recent Form

India holds a commanding record against Afghanistan in T20 Internationals. In their nine encounters so far, India has emerged victorious eight times, with one match ending in a 'no result'. The no result occurred during the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou, where India was awarded the gold medal due to a higher seeding. The last bilateral T20I series between the two nations, played in January 2024, saw India sweep Afghanistan 3-0, including a thrilling Super Over victory. India also defeated Afghanistan by 47 runs in their last T20I meeting during the Super Eight stage of the 2024 T20 World Cup. India Allotted Visitors Dressing Room For First Time On Home Soil For IND vs AFG T20I 2026 Series.

As reigning ICC Men's T20 World Cup champions from March 2026, India will be keen to start this home series with a dominant performance, while Afghanistan, under full-time captain Ibrahim Zadran, will be looking to challenge the strong Indian side, spearheaded by their potent spin attack featuring Rashid Khan.

With rain in the forecast and India's impressive T20I record against Afghanistan, the opening match promises to be an intriguing contest, heavily influenced by Delhi's September weather. Fans will be hoping the heavens hold back to allow for a full and exciting game of cricket.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 12, 2026 02:06 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).