The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall alert for the National Capital Region (NCR) and surrounding states, signalling potential disruptions due to adverse weather conditions. According to the IMD’s latest forecast, Delhi and the NCR region can expect cloudy skies throughout the day, accompanied by moderate to heavy rainfall. This alert comes as the city has already experienced a notably wet August, marking the highest rainfall recorded in the past 14 years.
The IMD’s warning is part of a broader alert that includes several states across northern and central India, where similar weather patterns are anticipated. For Delhi-NCR, the heavy rain forecast adds to an already exceptional monsoon season, with this August recording 23 rainy days so far. This surpasses the previous record set in 2012, when the city experienced 22 days of rain in the same month. The persistent downpours have led to concerns over waterlogging, traffic congestion, and potential disruptions to daily activities.
Meteorologists have attributed this unprecedented rainfall to a combination of factors, including an active monsoon trough and periodic low-pressure systems over the northern plains. These weather systems have facilitated continuous moisture-laden winds from the Bay of Bengal, resulting in sustained rainfall over the region. The IMD has advised residents to prepare for further showers and to exercise caution, particularly in areas prone to flooding and water accumulation. The heavy rainfall alert is likely to impact daily life in the capital and its adjoining areas. Commuters are advised to plan their journeys carefully, considering potential traffic delays and the likelihood of road closures due to waterlogging. Additionally, the IMD has suggested that people avoid unnecessary travel during peak rainfall periods and stay updated with real-time weather forecasts and advisories.
