IMD issues red alert for severe storms in Delhi-NCR

The outer areas of the National Capital Region (NCR), including Meerut, are now under a red alert due to the risk of severe thunderstorms. At the same time, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Delhi, Noida and Ghaziabad. It has also forecast rain and thunderstorms for Thursday evening. Meanwhile, Gurugram and Faridabad remain under a yellow alert. Therefore, different NCR regions may experience varying storm intensity.

At the same time, people across several NCR areas noticed grey skies. This change clearly signals incoming storm activity. According to IMD, red alert zones may face moderate to severe thunderstorms. In comparison, orange alert areas may see moderate storms. Meanwhile, yellow alert regions can expect light rain with thunder. Thus, each alert level reflects a different level of risk.

IMD temperature and air quality updates

Meanwhile, Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 25.4°C at Safdarjung on Thursday morning. Other stations also showed slight differences. For example, Palam recorded 24.9°C, while Lodhi Road noted 23.6°C. Similarly, Ridge reported 25°C and Ayanagar marked 24.1°C. Later in the day, IMD expects thunderstorms with rain in isolated areas. So, residents may see changing weather conditions.

In addition, the maximum temperature may reach around 36°C. Alongside this, the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) stands at 136. This places it in the “moderate” category. Therefore, air quality remains acceptable for most people. However, sensitive groups should still stay cautious.

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Unusual April weather pattern in Delhi

Interestingly, April brought mixed weather to Delhi this year. Residents experienced rain spells, heat waves and cleaner air days. As a result, the month became one of the most unusual in recent years. It also turned into the wettest April in over a decade. At the same time, pollution levels stayed relatively low.

Moreover, the city recorded 27.9 mm rainfall this April. This marks the highest rainfall in 18 years, though it remains below the 38.6 mm seen in 2008. Despite some hot days, the average maximum temperature stayed near 37°C. Therefore, this April ranks among the coolest in two years. At the same time, rain and winds helped reduce pollution. Data from the Central Pollution Control Board shows an average AQI of 179 till April 28. This indicates better air quality compared to previous years.

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