Dark Skies Over Delhi; Heavy Rain Alerts in North India
Delhi and neighboring regions woke up to dark skies and heavy rainfall on Friday, marking the beginning of a cold and wet spell. The showers, which started early morning, continued throughout the day, causing a significant drop in temperatures. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an ‘orange’ alert for Delhi, warning of further rain and hailstorms in the coming days.
Hailstorm Alerts and Rainfall Updates
The IMD has sounded a hailstorm alert for Delhi and several parts of North India. These areas include Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. An ‘orange’ alert is in place for Friday in Delhi, with a ‘yellow’ alert extending into Saturday and Sunday.
Heavy Rain was driven by a Western Disturbance interacting with easterly winds. The heaviest downpour in Delhi was recorded at the North Campus of Delhi University. It led to waterlogging in low-lying areas. There were disruptions in traffic across South, Central, and North Delhi.
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Cold Wave Conditions Across the North
The chilly weather has intensified, particularly in Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan. Starting Sunday, cold wave conditions are likely to prevail in parts of Himachal Pradesh. Widespread rainfall and snowfall are expected in the Western Himalayan region.
According to the IMD, Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh are likely to witness heavy rainfall and snowfall on December 27 and 28. Thunderstorms and hailstorms are also predicted for Southeast Himachal Pradesh, East Rajasthan, Vidarbha, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, and Gujarat.
Weather in Rajasthan
In Rajasthan, light to moderate rain has been reported in several areas. The state continues to experience chilly conditions, with Churu recording the lowest minimum temperature of 5.4°C. Night temperatures ranged from 5.4°C in Churu to 17.2°C in Vanasthali.
What to Expect Next
The IMD has forecasted additional rainfall in Delhi over the next few hours. Widespread rainfall and thunderstorms will continue across North India. Residents are advised to stay alert and avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rain or hailstorms.
