Dust storm, rain hits Delhi-NCR in sudden weather change amid heatwave | Watch

The weather department has forecast thunderstorm with rains for Delhi on Friday, April 11, as well.

Updated on: Apr 10, 2025, 19:45:48 IST

By HT News Desk

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

Delhi weather: In a sudden weather change, Delhi and the national capital region (NCR) on Thursday witnessed dust storm and moderate rains amid a scorching heatwave. The India Meteorological Department has predicted rain and thunderstorm for the day.

Delhi, Gururgam, Noida and other NCR areas witnessed sudden dust storm on Thursday. (Parveen Kumar/Hindustan Times)

The capital's maximum temperature for the day is forecast to settle at around 39 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is likely to hover around 26 degrees Celsius.

VIDEO:

Delhi's air quality index was recorded in the 'poor' category as the AQI at 9 am stood at 243, showed data from the Central Pollution Control Board.

According to the weather office, the capital city is predicted to receive thunderstorm with rain on Friday as well, with the minimum temperature forecast to dip to 24 degrees Celsius.

Several parts of NCR, including Ghaziabad, Noida, Greater Noida, also witnessed heavy storm dusts on Thursday.

According to IMD, for April 12, light rain or drizzle has been predicted along with general cloudy sky for Delhi. After this, the city is forecast to witness clear skies for the next couple of days. Thursday's showers, however, brought significant respite for Delhiites from the scorching hot weather conditions.

In its latest forecast, the weather agency had said, "Under the influence of Western Disturbance; rainfall along with thunderstorm and lightning, gusty/squally winds likely over Northwest India during 0th-11th April."

"As a result, prevailing heat wave conditions will decrease significantly from tomorrow, the 10th April," it added.

Earlier on Wednesday, the capital recorded its warmest April night in three years as the minimum temperature settled at 25.6 degrees Celsius, 5.6 degrees above normal, according to IMD. However, this record was once again broken on Thursday, as the minimum temperature was recorded at 26 degrees Celsius.

In both 2024 and 2023, the minimum temperature in April did not reach the 25-degree mark. The highest minimum temperature of April was recorded in 2022 at 26.2 degrees Celsius.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
HT News Desk
Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More

Follow India news real-time updates and the latest news covered on Hindustan Times, featuring today's critical updates on Sonam Wangchuk Hunger Strike LIVE and more across India.