Delhi-NCR Weather Forecast: Heavy rainfall drenched Delhi–NCR overnight setting the stage for a disruptive day ahead. By 6:30 AM on July 31, central spots like Pusa (40 mm) and Safdarjung (34 mm) had logged significant precipitation, while lighter rainfall hit areas such as Najafgarh and Lodi Road. The IMD confirmed this marks a continuation of the intense monsoon as soil saturation and high humidity prevail.
IMD Alerts: From Red to Orange
On Tuesday morning, the IMD issued a red alert for Delhi and eastern NCR due to “intense to very intense” spells of rain and wind up to 40 km/h. By midday, this was downgraded to an orange alert, indicating continued moderate to heavy rainfall with possible thunderstorms. A yellow alert remains in neighboring areas prone to lighter showers and traffic snarls. The rain pattern is expected to persist until August 3.
Delhi’s roads turned treacherous during rush hour. Key junctions like ITO, Dhaula Kuan, RK Puram, Zakhira underpass, and Panchkuian Road saw ankle-to-knee-deep water, bringing many routes to a crawl. Travel time on stretches like NH‑8 and Mathura Road doubled, ruining commutes from Gurgaon and Noida. Multiple Bengaluru-like traffic advisories and diversions were rolled out by Delhi Traffic Police.
Waterlogging at Hospitals & Public Spaces Flood
Waterlogging also hurt public services most notably at Safdarjung Hospital, where ankle-deep flooding in corridors forced patients and caregivers to navigate through waterlogged wards. Delhi’s drainage system just can’t keep up when the monsoon hits hard. Streets flood, traffic snarls up, and everyone’s left wading through knee-deep water, wondering if the city planners just took the day off.
Airports & Airlines Schedule Disruptions
The rain also impacted air travel; IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet published travel warnings asking travelers to check flight statuses and schedule additional travel time.
Delhi Weather Update: Check Weather Forecast Till July 22
Delhi-NCR Weather Forecast: Temperature and Rain
IMD expects temperatures to stay between 29–32 °C with overnight lows rising to 23–26 °C, a dip due to heavy cloud cover. The rain is forecast to ease gradually after August 3, though light to moderate showers and overcast skies may linger through the week. Air quality has seen improvement, currently moderating in the ‘satisfactory’ range (AQI 60–72).
Things To Keep In Mind
- IMD’s orange alert remains in place carry umbrellas and avoid low-lying zones.
- Traffic advisories in effect plan alternate routes or delay travel during peak time.
- Stay updated on flight status, especially for early departures/arrivals.
- Avoid walking or driving through waterlogged areas to prevent mishaps.
- Keep an eye on changing forecasts plan accordingly for the rest of monsoon week.
Delhi-NCR during monsoon is a whole experience. The rain finally shows up and, yeah, everyone’s relieved. But let’s be real, those same showers? They also turn the city into a bit of a mess. Potholes, waterlogged roads, traffic jams that make you want to scream. Oh, and the IMD’s still waving that orange alert around, just in case you thought it was safe to ditch the umbrella.
