Non-stop rain brings Delhi-NCR to its knees; IMD predicts thunderstorms, more showers in next 2 hours

Heavy rainfall was recorded across the Delhi-NCR region, with some weather stations crossing the 100 mm rainfall mark.

Updated on: Aug 7, 2026, 19:22:29 IST

By Shivya Kanojia

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Continuous rainfall across Delhi-NCR on Friday led to severe waterlogging in several areas, disrupting daily movement and causing inconvenience to residents. The incessant showers also resulted in traffic congestion at several locations.

Continuous rainfall led to severe waterlogging across parts of Delhi-NCR. (HT Photos by Praveen Kumar )

Waterlogging was reported in the Chhatarpur Farm area following heavy rainfall in the capital city. In Faridabad, Sector 35 and other areas also faced waterlogging due to incessant showers.

Long queues of vehicles were reported on major roads, with commuters facing delays due to waterlogging and slow-moving traffic amid incessant showers.

Outside Safdarjung Hospital, rainwater entered the premises, creating difficulties for patients and attendants, news agency ANI reported.

“We are facing a lot of difficulty. There is waterlogging in a lot of areas of the hospital premises. There is water in gallery as well. We are facing a lot of difficulty in moving the patient,” Arif Khan, an attendant of a patient told the news agency.

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Several NCR areas record heavy rainfall

Heavy rainfall was recorded across the Delhi-NCR region, with some weather stations crossing the 100 mm rainfall mark. Till 5 pm, Sector 17 in Faridabad recorded the highest rainfall in the NCR region, receiving 119.4 mm since midnight, as per a post on X by forecaster Navdeep Dhaiya.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall along with thunderstorms and lightning in several parts of Delhi-NCR for the next 2 hours.

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The weather department said moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is likely at most places in Delhi and nearby areas, including Loni Dehat, Hindon AF Station, Ghaziabad, Indirapuram, Chhapraula, Noida, Dadri and Greater Noida. Several areas of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh are also likely to receive rainfall.

People make their way through heavy monsoon rain on Kadipur Road near Shri Shri 1008 Baba Ratan Das Prachin Mandir in Gurugram. (Photo by Parveen Kumar/Hindustan Times)

Light to moderate rainfall is expected in areas including Gurugram, Faridabad and Manesar, along with several parts of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan.

Delhi weather forecast for coming days

According to the IMD forecast, Delhi is likely to witness generally cloudy skies with moderate rain on August 8. On August 9, the city is expected to see generally cloudy skies with light rain or drizzle. Similar conditions with light rain or drizzle are likely on August 10, August 11, August 12 and August 13. The maximum temperature is expected to remain between 31 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature may range between 23 degrees Celsius and 25 degrees Celsius during this period.

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Shivya Kanojia
Shivya Kanojia is a journalist at Hindustan Times, where she works in the fast-paced digital news ecosystem with a strong sense of editorial judgement and a clear understanding of what makes a story both important and traffic-driven. An alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Shivya brings a thoughtful balance of news value and audience relevance to her work, ensuring stories resonate beyond the immediate headline. Over the course of her three-year journey in the digital news space, Shivya has worked across a wide range of beats, including politics, civic issues, human-interest features and trending news. This diverse exposure has shaped her ability to approach stories with nuance, adaptability and context, whether she is breaking down complex developments or spotlighting everyday narratives that often go unnoticed. She is particularly drawn to human-interest stories, interviews and explainers that offer depth and clarity, aiming to move past surface-level reporting to explore the people, emotions and circumstances behind the news. Prior to joining Hindustan Times, Shivya worked with Firstpost and Times Now, where she covered a broad spectrum of topics and honed her skills in digital journalism . Outside the newsroom, Shivya enjoys discovering new cafés, drawn to good coffee, cosy spaces and unhurried conversations. Shopping is another pastime she cherishes, not always out of necessity, but often guided by instinct and the simple joy of stumbling upon unexpected finds. Above all, she treasures time spent with loved ones, finding meaning in shared laughter, simple moments and memories that linger long after.Read More

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