The monsoon has become active again in the Delhi-NCR region, accompanied by strong gusts of wind and heavy rainfall. According to meteorologists, the prolonged period of rain may extend until July 26. During this period, moderate or heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning strikes, and wind gusts of 40 to 50 kilometers per hour are expected in many areas.
Meteorologists have issued a special warning about possible heavy or very heavy rain in some places on the night of July 22, starting from late evening on July 21. After intense rains on July 10, the weather in Delhi became relatively calm, with only light or sporadic precipitation. On Sunday morning, some parts of the capital also recorded light rain: Safdarjung station registered 5.8 mm, Lodhi Road registered 4.7 mm, while Palm Airport registered only trace amounts of rain. However, the rains brought some relief from humidity on Monday night.
Experts attribute this sudden increase in activity to a combination of several atmospheric systems. A western wave reached the northern mountains, while cyclonic circulation persists near the border with Rajasthan. Furthermore, cyclonic systems are active in Punjab, southwestern, and eastern Uttar Pradesh. The influence of all these systems has led to the southward shift of the western edge of the monsoon trough, bringing it close to the outskirts of Delhi.
The most significant change is observed in the wind direction. Previously, westerly winds blew, but now easterly winds are bringing a large amount of moisture from the Bay of Bengal into Delhi. This moisture will contribute to continuous rainfall over the next few days. Currently, the monsoon trough is passing over Delhi, creating favorable conditions for precipitation.
According to Skymet data, from July 20 to July 26, Delhi-NCR may experience one or more rain cycles almost daily. The sky will be covered with dense clouds, and there will be few sunny days. This will cause the maximum temperature to remain below normal. Between July 21 and July 26, the daytime temperature is likely to be around 32 degrees Celsius. Throughout the week, rain with thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds is expected. There is a risk of problems such as flooding and traffic jams, so residents are advised to follow the recommendations of the meteorological service and avoid unnecessary travel in bad weather.
The Meteorological Department predicts that most of the Delhi-NCR area will face moderate or heavy rain from morning till noon on July 21. Thunderstorms and lightning are possible during this period, and wind may reach 40–50 km/h. By evening, the intensity of precipitation may decrease to a light level, but thunderstorms and strong winds will persist. To date in Safdarjung, 138.1 mm of precipitation has been recorded for July, whereas the average monthly figure is 195.8 mm. Meteorologists believe that the rains over the next week may compensate for this deficit. Over the last eight years, Delhi has experienced more rain in July than average, and there is also a high probability this year of exceeding the average July figure.
Heavy rainfall continues in the Delhi-NCR region, which has been observed for the past two days, and this morning the downpour intensified, causing flooding in many places.
As a result of the incessant rain, the outer wall of London Mart, located near the Shri Radha Sky Garden Society residential complex, collapsed in Greater Noida West. Furthermore, the road near this facility subsided.
It became known that the collapse occurred during basement construction work at London Mart. Heavy rains led to water infiltration into the excavation pit, which resulted in the falling of the retaining wall and the subsequent subsidence of the adjacent road section.
Residents of the area published a video recording of this incident on Thursday afternoon. They noted that in the event of a major accident, local authorities must promptly provide necessary safety measures.
Local residents expressed relief that only part of the road collapsed, as further subsidence could create even bigger problems for the population.
The first seasonal rain in the Delhi-NCR region brought significant relief to residents. This heavy downpour provided a double benefit to Delhi: the temperature dropped significantly, making the weather pleasant, and air quality reached one of the cleanest levels this year.
According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board, on Wednesday at 4:00 PM, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was only 59, which falls into the 'satisfactory' category. This is the lowest and best AQI reading since the beginning of 2026. Previously, on June 12 of this year, the best AQI reading in Delhi was recorded at 73, which has now been surpassed.
Thanks to the rain, there was a sharp drop in temperature in Delhi. On Wednesday, the maximum temperature in Delhi fell significantly below normal, reaching 30.8 degrees Celsius. Among the various areas of Delhi, meteorological stations noted Ayangar as the coolest area, where the maximum temperature reached 28.3 degrees Celsius. The second coolest area was Ridge, where the maximum temperature was 29.4 degrees Celsius.
The Indian Meteorological Department predicts that light rains are possible in different parts of Delhi on Thursday. The maximum temperature in Delhi is expected to fluctuate between 30 and 32 degrees Celsius, while the minimum will be between 23 and 25 degrees Celsius. Nevertheless, meteorologists also warn that starting from Friday, the amount of precipitation will gradually decrease, and the rainy period may end. Despite this, the sky over Delhi will remain cloudy, which will help keep the temperature within normal limits and provide residents with temporary relief from the heat.
The first heavy rains of the monsoon season have severely worsened the situation in the Delhi-NCR region. On Tuesday, torrential rain accompanied by strong winds led to street flooding and fallen trees. As a result, traffic problems arose in Delhi-NCR, and people were stuck in traffic jams for hours.
In Gurugram, traffic was disrupted due to a road collapse near NH 48. Amid warnings from the Meteorological Department (IMD), many companies in Gurugram advised employees to work from home.
According to SkyMet Weather specialist Mahesh Palawat, the rains are caused by a combination of western disturbances in Northern Pakistan, a low-pressure area in Central India, and moist air from the Arabian Sea. It is expected that the intensity of precipitation will decrease over the next two days, and by July 12, the cyclone center will shift north. After this, there may be a pause in the monsoons in Delhi, Haryana, and Rajasthan. The Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for thunderstorms and rain for Wednesday. The minimum temperature is forecast to be 22 degrees, and the maximum to be 33 degrees.
Gurugram, known as Millennium City, was submerged again. In many areas, including Hero Honda Chowk, Rajiv Chowk, and Sohna Road, so much water accumulated that the streets resembled rivers. Due to the flooding, vehicle speed slowed down, and drivers were stuck in long traffic jams. In some places, the water was so deep that small cars were partially sinking. Some residents reported getting caught in severe traffic jams on their way home from the office. The rains caused the drainage system to fail, and water accumulated in many residential complexes.
On the Delhi-Jaipur highway (NH-48) near Nar Singhpura, the main road collapsed, causing multi-kilometer traffic jams from Hero Honda Chowk to the Kherki Daula toll plaza. The road on Civil Line Road also collapsed. Serious congestion was observed in areas such as Basai, Golf Course Extension Road, Rajiv Chowk, IFCO Chowk, Udyog Vihar, Sohna Road, and Hansa Road. Kadipur recorded the highest rainfall in Gurugram—82 millimeters, while the Gurugram district recorded 76 mm, and Manesar recorded 50 mm.
In Delhi, heavy rain with strong winds led to the uprooting of large trees in many areas. Significant damage was caused to vehicles in the East of Kailash area due to falling trees. Reports indicate that trees fell in several areas of South Delhi, including Green Park and New French Colony. Given the destructive consequences of the rains, many companies in Gurugram recommended that employees work remotely. People suffering from flooding and traffic jams shared their experiences on social media. One user noted that commuting to the office in Gurugram is a very brave act because this situation repeats with every rain. Many also raised questions about the condition of the drainage system. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) continues to issue a yellow alert for Delhi-NCR regarding the possibility of light and moderate rain with strong winds. It should be noted that this problem recurs in Delhi-NCR every monsoon. It is necessary to improve the drainage system, regularly prune trees, and exercise caution during road construction.
