Following the conclusion of the Diwali festival, the weather began to change in various regions of the country, including Delhi. On Wednesday morning, light smog was observed in several areas of Delhi. Specifically, dense fog was present in the biodiversity park near CWG Apartments next to Akshardham, and a light haze was also visible in other parts of the capital early in the morning.
On Tuesday, the minimum temperature in Safdarjung was 17.1 degrees Celsius, and the daytime maximum reached 31.7 degrees Celsius, with no precipitation. It is forecasted that the sky in Delhi will remain clear on Wednesday, and as the temperature rises, the maximum figure may reach 32–34 degrees Celsius. Dry weather is expected in the capital, and the probability of rain until October 25 is absent, although cloudy periods are possible on October 24 and 25.
In contrast, the monsoon season continues in many states of South India. Heavy rains accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds are expected in some areas of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh in the coming days.
According to the meteorological service, rains are predicted in many places in Tamil Nadu on October 21, with very heavy downpours possible in some zones. The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for 17 districts, including Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram, Kudalur, and Tiruchi, until October 23. In these areas, wind speeds may reach 40–50 kilometers per hour, with gusts potentially increasing to 60 kilometers per hour. Heavy rains are also likely in some parts from October 22 to 24.
In Kerala and Mahé, rain is expected in several districts from October 21 to 24, with heavy precipitation possible in some locations. Rain is forecast in the Lakshadweep from October 21 to 23. There is a possibility of thunderstorms and lightning in Kerala, Mahé, and Lakshadweep on October 21 and 22.