More than 15 flights were diverted at the Delhi airport on Friday evening due to inclement weather conditions. The national capital witnessed strong dust storms and gusty winds. A source said that over 15 flights were diverted at the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA). "Due to inclement weather conditions in Delhi, some of the flights at Delhi Airport are impacted. Passengers are advised to contact their respective airlines for the latest flight updates," airport operator DIAL said in a post on X at 1915 hours. IndiGo said Delhi and Jaipur are experiencing a dust storm, affecting takeoffs and landings and potentially causing air traffic congestion. This may lead to delays or diversions, the operator said in the post. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for Delhi and the adjoining NCR, warning of adverse weather conditions in the coming hours.
Pleasant weather is predicted for Delhi with very light rain or drizzle, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and strong surface winds of 30-40 km/h
Delhi weather update: Light rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds expected to ease Delhi's intense heat, but air quality remains in the 'poor' category with AQI at 241
A hotter day lies ahead, with the minimum and maximum temperatures forecast at 23 degrees Celsius and 40 degrees Celsius, respectively
A yellow alert has been issued for a heatwave on Tuesday, as residents are likely to continue facing challenging weather conditions
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for a heatwave in the capital on April 8 and 9
The maximum temperature is expected to reach 38 to 40 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature will be around 18 degrees Celsius
According to the IMD, India is on track for above-normal summer temperatures from April to June, with heat wave days likely to increase across central, eastern and northwestern regions
The coming days are expected to be increasingly hot, with temperatures likely to exceed 40 degrees Celsius during the peak of summer
While temperatures have risen in the national capital, no humid conditions or heat waves have been reported so far
The maximum temperature is expected to reach 35 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature will be around 15 degrees Celsius
After a few days of respite, temperatures are set to rise in the coming days
Monday's forecast indicates a minimum temperature of 16 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 32 degrees Celsius
Delhi might get a brief respite as maximum temperature is expected to drop today due to the prevailing wind conditions
IMD forecasts a hotter week ahead with highs of 37 degrees Celsius; AQI improves to 'moderate'
Delhi might get brief respite as maximum temperature is expected to be 33 degrees Celsius today
Wednesday's forecast indicated a minimum temperature of 19.05 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 37.2 degrees Celsius
Tuesday's forecast indicated a minimum temperature of 16 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 37 degrees Celsius
The maximum temperature is expected to touch 37 degrees Celsius on March 26, while March 25 and 27 will see highs of 36 degrees Celsius, making these the hottest days of March
The day's forecast indicates a minimum temperature of 18.05 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 33.57 degrees Celsius.