Delhi Rains: Parts of national capital witness more rainfall as monsoon recedes, traffic snarls across city

Light rain may occur in parts of Delhi over the next two to three days, the IMD said.

Updated on: Sep 22, 2022 4:54 PM IST

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An incessant spell of light to moderate rain drenched Delhi for a second consecutive day on Thursday, leading to waterlogging in some areas and affecting traffic movement on key roads across the city. (HT Photo/Raj K Raj)

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) also issued an 'orange alert', cautioning people about sporadic heavy rain which could reduce visibility, disrupt traffic and damage kutcha roads and vulnerable structures. (HT Photo/Raj K Raj)

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Commuters wade through a waterlogged stretch near Civic Centre, in New Delhi, India, on Thursday. (HT Photo/Raj K Raj)

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The fresh spells of rains just before the withdrawal of the monsoon from the National Capital Region will help cover the large deficit (46 per cent in September so far) to some extent. It would also keep the air clean and the temperature in check. (HT Photo/Raj K Raj)

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Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 23.8 degrees Celsius and the maximum temperature is forecast to settle around 28 degrees Celsius. (HT Photo/Raj K Raj)

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The air quality index was at 61 (satisfactory category) at 2 pm. Light rain may occur in parts of Delhi over the next two to three days, the IMD said. (HT Photo/Raj K Raj)

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Overall, Delhi has recorded 405.3 mm rainfall against a normal of 621.7 mm since June 1, when the monsoon season historically sets in. (PTI)

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The IMD on Tuesday said the southwest monsoon had withdrawn from parts of southwest Rajasthan and adjoining Kutch, three days after the normal date of September 17. (PTI)

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The withdrawal of southwest monsoon is declared if there has been no rainfall in the region for five days along with the development of anti-cyclonic circulation and water vapour imagery indicates dry weather conditions over the region. (PTI)