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Heavy rain lashed Delhi-NCR, easing the hot and humid conditions. Maximum temperature dropped to 35°C with moderate air quality at AQI 114.

Rain brings relief to Delhi after unusually hot September days

Heavy rain lashed Delhi-NCR, easing the hot and humid conditions. Maximum temperature dropped to 35&deg;C with moderate air quality at AQI 114.

Heavy rain lashed parts of Delhi-NCR on Tuesday morning, bringing relief from the hot and humid conditions of the last few days.
The national capital has been experiencing unusually high temperatures this September.
On Monday, the maximum temperature touched 37.5 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). A day earlier, the city recorded 38.1 degrees Celsius, making it the hottest September day in two years. On September 5, 2023, Delhi logged 38.6 degrees Celsius.
According to the IMD, the city is likely to witness a generally cloudy sky with light rain or drizzle through the day.
The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 35 degrees Celsius.
The minimum temperature was recorded at 28.7 degrees Celsius, 5.4 notches above normal. Relative humidity stood at 74 per cent at 8.30 am, the IMD said.
Delhi's air quality index (AQI) was recorded at 114 at 8 am, falling in the 'moderate' category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
According to the CPCB, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 to 100 'satisfactory', 101 to 200 'moderate', 201 to 300 'poor', 301 to 400 'very poor' and 401 to 500 'severe'.&nbsp;

Delhi receives heavy rain across all districts with more showers expected today. IMD warns of slippery roads, crop damage, and minor structural issues.

Rain lashes parts of Delhi, more showers expected

Delhi receives heavy rain across all districts with more showers expected today. IMD warns of slippery roads, crop damage, and minor structural issues.

Rain lashed several parts of the national capital on Wednesday with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting more showers during the day.
According to the IMD, all the 11 districts of Delhi witnessed rain on Wednesday morning.
The IMD has also cautioned of traffic congestion and slippery roads, possible damage to plantations, horticulture and standing crops, and partial damage to vulnerable structures, including minor damage to kutcha houses, walls, and huts.
The weather office has advised people to follow traffic advisories, stay indoors as far as possible, close windows and doors, avoid taking shelter under trees, and keep away from water bodies and electrical installations.
The IMD has also urged people not to touch open electric wires or stand near poles, and seek safe shelter immediately in case of heavy downpour.
Delhi on Wednesday recorded a minimum temperature of 24.5 degrees Celsius, 1.9 notches below the season's normal. The relative humidity was 92 per cent at 8.30 am, the IMD said, adding that the maximum temperature is likely to settle around 33 degrees Celsius.
The air quality was recorded in the 'satisfactory' category at 9 am with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 69, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed.
According to the CPCB, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.&nbsp;

Heavy morning rains in Delhi disrupted traffic and led to waterlogging in key areas like ITO, Rohini and Dhaula Kuan; IMD forecasts more rain with a cloudy sky.

Heavy Rains Cause Traffic and Waterlogging in Delhi

Heavy Rains Disrupt Traffic in Delhi

Heavy morning rains in Delhi disrupted traffic and led to waterlogging in key areas like ITO, Rohini and Dhaula Kuan; IMD forecasts more rain with a cloudy sky.

A 'red alert' was issued as heavy rain lashed the national capital on Tuesday, leading to waterlogging and traffic snarls across the city, with more showers expected later in the day.
Areas such as ITO, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road, Nehru Place, Kailash Colony Road, Dhaula Kuan, Naraina, Patel Nagar, Vijay Chowk, Jangpura, RK Puram, Lajpat Nagar, Talkatora Road, Azad Market Railway Underpass, Ram Bagh Road, Bhishma Pitamah Marg (carriageway from Lodhi Road), Zakhira Railway Underpass, Road No. 40, and many other areas were affected by traffic disruptions due to rain and waterlogging.
Between 8.30 am and 11.30 am, the city recorded 63.5 mm of rainfall at its primary weather station in Safdarjung, while other stations reported varying amounts: Ridge recorded 129.4 mm, Ayanagar 23 mm, Lodhi Road 64.5 mm, Pragati Maidan 44.4 mm, and Pusa 37.5 mm, according to data from the Regional Meteorological Centre.
According to the Delhi Traffic Police, traffic was affected on Bhishma Pitamah Marg in the carriageway from Lodhi Road towards Kotla due to waterlogging at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium roundabout. The department shared the information in a post on X and advised commuters to avoid the affected stretch and use alternate routes for a smoother journey.
Traffic congestion was also reported at the Zakhira Railway Underpass and Road No. 40, with diversions in place near Inderlok Chowk. Traffic from Shastri Nagar and KD Chowk was diverted towards Chaudhary Nahar Singh Marg and vice versa. On Ring Road, traffic was disrupted in the carriageway from Sarai Kale Khan towards INA Market due to waterlogging near the Seva Nagar Bus Depot and Barapullah.
At Azad Market Railway Underpass and Ram Bagh Road, traffic was similarly affected. Diversions were implemented for vehicles coming from Rani Jhansi Road, Barfkhana, Pul Mithai, and Veer Banda Bairagi Marg, the traffic police post read.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied by lightning and surface winds with speeds of 30 to 40 kmph during the day.
Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 26.8 degrees Celsius, 0.5 notch below the season's average, according to the IMD, with the maximum temperature expected to settle around 30 degrees Celsius.
Relative humidity was recorded at 70 per cent at 8.30 am.
The air quality was recorded in the satisfactory category at 9 am, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 87, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed.
According to the CPCB, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 to 100 'satisfactory', 101 to 200 'moderate', 201 to 300 'poor', 301 to 400 'very poor', and 401 to 500 'severe'.&nbsp;

Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 25°C, 2.3°C below normal, with IMD forecasting moderate rainfall and cloudy skies. AQI remains in the satisfactory range.

Delhi sees below-normal temperature, moderate rain forecast today

Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 25&deg;C, 2.3&deg;C below normal, with IMD forecasting moderate rainfall and cloudy skies. AQI remains in the satisfactory range.

Delhi on Thursday recorded a minimum temperature of 25 degrees Celsius, 2.3 degrees below the season's normal, the weather office said.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a generally cloudy sky with moderate rainfall through the day. The maximum temperature is expected to settle at 30.8 degrees Celsius.
The city's air quality was in the satisfactory category with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 76 at 9 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
An AQI reading between 51 and 100 is considered 'satisfactory'.&nbsp;

Early rain on Wednesday brought relief from humidity in Delhi but caused waterlogging and traffic disruptions across several areas. IMD predicts more showers.

Rain lashes Delhi; causes waterlogging, traffic congestions

Early rain on Wednesday brought relief from humidity in Delhi but caused waterlogging and traffic disruptions across several areas. IMD predicts more showers.

Waterlogging and traffic snarls crippled vehicular movement in Delhi during office hours after heavy rains lashed the city on Wednesday morning, with the weather department issuing red and orange alerts for the hours ahead.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Safdarjung, the primary weather station of the national capital, recorded 5.6 mm of rainfall between 5.30 am and 8.30 am, while other stations reported higher amounts -- Pragati Maidan recorded 16.6 mm, Pusa 10 mm, Janakpuri 9.5 mm, and Najafgarh 2 mm.
Waterlogging and traffic disruptions affected several parts of Delhi, including South Delhi, South East Delhi, North Delhi, ITO, South Extension, NH-8, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road, Nehru Place, East of Kailash, Colony Road, and several other areas.
North West and South West Delhi are under an orange alert, which stands for "be prepared," while areas like South Delhi and North East Delhi are on red alert, indicating the need for maximum vigilance and prompt action.
Authorities have advised residents to stay indoors, avoid travel, follow traffic updates, stay away from electric poles and wires, and avoid sheltering under trees.
The showers led to a dip in temperature, offering relief to people discomforted by the humid conditions.
The minimum temperature was recorded at 25.6 degrees Celsius, 1.7 degrees below normal, while the maximum temperature is expected to settle around 33 degrees Celsius, according to the IMD.

Rainfall led to waterlogging in several parts of south and southwest Delhi on Tuesday. IMD forecasts more showers, while AQI remains in the moderate category.

Rain lashes Delhi, waterlogging in some areas

Rainfall led to waterlogging in several parts of south and southwest Delhi on Tuesday. IMD forecasts more showers, while AQI remains in the moderate category.

Rains lashed the national capital on Tuesday morning, with parts of the city reporting waterlogging.
The weather department said more showers are expected in the coming hours.
Waterlogging was reported from parts of south Delhi and southwest Delhi.
The minimum temperature was recorded at 26 degrees Celsius, which is normal for this time of the year, while the maximum is likely to settle around 35 degrees Celsius.
The relative humidity was 83 per cent at 8.30 am.
The air quality in the city was in the moderate category with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 103, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
According to the CPCB, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 to 100 "satisfactory", 101 to 200 "moderate", 201 to 300 "poor", 301 to 400 "very poor", and 401 to 500 "severe".&nbsp;

Delhi woke up to a cloudy Monday with a minimum temperature of 27.2°C. Rain is expected during the day and AQI remains in the satisfactory range at 77, says IMD.

Cloudy morning in Delhi, rain likely

Delhi woke up to a cloudy Monday with a minimum temperature of 27.2&deg;C. Rain is expected during the day and AQI remains in the satisfactory range at 77, says IMD.

It was a cloudy Monday morning in the national capital with the minimum temperature settling at 27.2 degrees Celsius, officials said.
The city is likely to get rain during the day and the maximum temperature is expected to settle around 33 degrees Celsius, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
The humidity at 8.30 am was 83 per cent.
Meanwhile, the city's air quality was recorded in the "satisfactory" category with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of at 77 at 9 am on Monday.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), an AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 "severe".&nbsp;

Light to moderate rainfall lashed Delhi on Friday as IMD issued a yellow alert with thunderstorms and gusty winds expected. AQI remains satisfactory.

Rains lash several parts of Delhi, IMD issues 'yellow alert'

Light to moderate rainfall lashed Delhi on Friday as IMD issued a yellow alert with thunderstorms and gusty winds expected. AQI remains satisfactory.

Rains lashed several parts of Delhi on Friday, with the weather department issuing a 'yellow alert' for the national capital.
A 'yellow alert', in the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) colour code, indicates &lsquo;be aware&rsquo;. The IMD has advised residents to stay alert due to changing weather conditions.
In its latest nowcast, the weather department said that light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds with speeds ranging from 30-50 km/h is very likely to occur at many places in Delhi and the NCR region in the coming hours.
Meanwhile, the minimum temperature was recorded at 23.6 degrees Celsius, while the maximum is likely to settle around 35 degrees. The relative humidity was 80 per cent at 8.30 am.
The air quality in Delhi remained in the "satisfactory" category with an air quality index (AQI) reading of 61, according to the Central Pollution Control Board's (CPCB) 9 am bulletin.
According to the CPCB, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 to 100 "satisfactory", 101 to 200 "moderate", 201 to 300 "poor", 301 to 400 "very poor", and 401 to 500 "severe".

Delhi and NCR received early morning showers on Monday, bringing relief from heat and pushing minimum temperature five degrees below normal, but waterlogging and traffic issues disrupted peak-hour commuting.

Rain brings relief to Delhi-NCR as temperature dips; 'yellow alert' issued

Delhi and NCR received early morning showers on Monday, bringing relief from heat and pushing minimum temperature five degrees below normal, but waterlogging and traffic issues disrupted peak-hour commuting.

A spell of early morning rain brought much-needed respite from heat and humidity in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) on Monday.
However, the downpour also led to heavy waterlogging in several parts of the city, affecting traffic movement during peak commuting hours.
Multiple areas across the capital witnessed light to moderate rainfall, with visuals showing waterlogged roads and commuters wading through puddles under grey skies. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recorded 12.0 mm of rainfall at 8:30 am.
The minimum temperature in the city dropped to 22.9 degrees Celsius -- five notches below the seasonal average -- offering a cool start to the day. The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 33 degrees Celsius, with a generally cloudy sky and continued rain.
A 'yellow alert' has been issued for Monday, with thunderstorms, lightning, and light to moderate rainfall predicted throughout the day.
Humidity levels reached 100 per cent at 8:30 am, further adding to the dampness in the air.
In a bulletin issued at 6:30 am, the Regional Weather Forecasting Centre (RWFC), New Delhi, said on X, "Light to moderate rainfall accompanied with light thunderstorm and lightning (30' 40 km/h gusty winds) is likely to occur at entire Delhi and NCR during next two hours."
The weather office has forecast similar conditions to persist over the next two days, with very light to light rain expected thereafter.
Meanwhile, Delhi residents experienced cleaner air, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 81 - categorised as "satisfactory" by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
An AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 "severe".

Delhi and NCR saw light to moderate rain and gusty winds on Monday morning, lowering temperatures and improving air quality. IMD forecasts more showers and issues yellow alert for the region.

Light rain, thunderstorms hit Delhi-NCR; mercury dips sharply

Delhi and NCR saw light to moderate rain and gusty winds on Monday morning, lowering temperatures and improving air quality. IMD forecasts more showers and issues yellow alert for the region.

Delhi and adjoining NCR witnessed light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds on Monday morning, pushing the temperatures several degrees down and rendering the air cleaner.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recorded widespread precipitation across various parts of Delhi-NCR from Sunday night. Safdarjung, the city's base observatory, recorded 14 mm rainfall in the 24 hours until 8.30 am on Monday. Palam and Lodi Road logged 16.2 mm and 17.3 mm of rainfall respectively during the same period.
As per the IMD's three-hourly rainfall data, Najafgarh saw the highest spell at 5.5 mm between 2.30 am 5.30 am on Monday, followed Safdarjung at 4.4 mm rainfall, and Palam, Pusa and Narela at 1 mm rain each.
The rainfall led to a notable drop in day temperatures on Monday. According to the IMD, the minimum temperature recorded at 8.30 am at Safdarjung station was 24 degrees Celsius, 3.9 notches below the season's average.
The air quality improved slightly, though the Air Quality Index (AQI) continued to stay in the 'satisfactory' category. The AQI recorded was 73 at 9 am on Monday, against 83 on Sunday evening.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.
The IMD had issued a nowcast warning for Monday morning, forecasting light rain and thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds with speeds up to 30-40 kilometres per hour across all four sectors of Delhi -- northwest, northeast, southwest and southeast. Parts of NCR, including Ghaziabad, Noida, Gurgaon and Faridabad, also experienced similar conditions.
The Met office has issued a yellow alert (Be Aware) for most of Delhi and NCR, while certain parts like northwest Delhi and sections of NCR such as Jhajjar, Bhiwani and Panipat were under the green zone (No Warning).
More light to moderate showers are likely in parts of the region over the next 24 hours, as per IMD officials, who also advised residents to avoid open spaces during thunderstorms and remain alert to possible waterlogging in low-lying areas.

The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Delhi predicting rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds, offering relief from muggy conditions and urging caution during outdoor activities.

Rain, thunderstorms likely in Delhi; IMD issues yellow alert

The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Delhi predicting rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds, offering relief from muggy conditions and urging caution during outdoor activities.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday issued a yellow alert for the national capital, warning of rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds in the city.
The rain is likely to bring some respite from the muggy conditions in Delhi, which recorded a minimum temperature of 28.4 degrees Celsius and 74 per cent humidity at 8.30 am.
According to the IMD, the maximum temperature is expected to settle around 36 degrees Celsius.
The IMD has forecast light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, and winds with speeds reaching 30-40 kmph during the evening and night hours.
Issuing the yellow alert for the capital, it advised residents to remain cautious, especially during outdoor activities.
Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 96, in the 'satisfactory' category, at 9 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board.
An AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.

The IMD has issued an orange alert for Delhi, predicting moderate to heavy rain with lightning and gusty winds on Wednesday night.

Moderate to heavy rains predicted in Delhi, orange alert issued

The IMD has issued an orange alert for Delhi, predicting moderate to heavy rain with lightning and gusty winds on Wednesday night.

Moderate to heavy rain accompanied by lightning and thunderstorms is predicted in the national capital on Wednesday night, the weather office said.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for rain in the city. The relative humidity at 8.30 am was 82 per cent.
Delhi's minimum temperature was recorded at 28 degrees Celsius, 0.5 degrees above the normal, according to the weather department.
The maximum temperature for the day is expected to settle at 36 degrees Celsius, the IMD said.
The IMD predicted thunderstorms accompanied with lightning, moderate to heavy rainfall, and gusty winds with the speed between 40 to 50 kilometres per hour during night.
The air quality was recorded in the 'satisfactory' category as the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 9 am stood at 80. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), an AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.

Severe rainfall and thunderstorms in Delhi led to a house collapse killing four, disrupted over 100 flights, and caused widespread traffic issues due to waterlogging and uprooted trees.

Heavy rain batters Delhi, 3 children among four dead; over 200 flights delayed

Severe rainfall and thunderstorms in Delhi led to a house collapse killing four, disrupted over 100 flights, and caused widespread traffic issues due to waterlogging and uprooted trees.

An intense storm with heavy early-morning rain hit the national capital on Friday, causing a house collapse that killed a woman and her three children and delaying more than 200 flights.
Many busy road stretches, including Minto Bridge and ITO, were waterlogged, causing heavy traffic jams in many areas.
The city received 77 mm rain in just three hours during the downpour which started around 5 am.
Visuals from several areas showed uprooted trees and people stuck in waterlogged roads. Videos surfaced on social media which showed half-submerged vehicles wading though Minto Road.
Major Somnath Marg in RK Puram, Minto Road and Khanpur were particularly affected in the rain.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert, urging people to remain extremely vigilant and take necessary precautions.
Three children and a woman died after a a tree fell on their house following strong gusty winds that accompanied rains in the city, causing it to collapse.
"We received a call regarding a house collapse in Kharkari Nahar village in Najafgarh at 5.25 am. We deployed multiple teams on the spot and four people were rescued from the rubble," a Delhi Fire Services official said.
They were rushed to a nearby hospital where they were declared dead, he said.
The deceased have been identified as Jyoti (26) and her children --- Aryan (7), Rishabh (5) and Priyansh (7 months). Her husband Ajay (30) sustained minor injuries in his chest and wrist.
According to IMD data, in the last three hours, the Safdarjung weather station, the city's primary observatory, recorded 77 mm of rainfall. Lodhi road recorded 78 mm, Palam recorded 30 mm, Najafgarh 19.5 mm, and Pitampura 32 mm of rainfall.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inspected waterlogged road stretch at Majnu Ka Tila area while PWD minister Parvesh Verma reached the Minto bridge area to take stock of the situation.
"Waterlogging continues to be a concern across various parts of Delhi due to choked drains and pothole-ridden roads. Officials have been instructed to immediately identify all such vulnerable spots in the city that are prone to waterlogging," she said.
The chief minister described the pre-monsoon showers as a "warning sign" for the city's infrastructure, calling it the result of a decade-long backlog in development.
"If Delhi doesn't see planned development, such management issues will continue to arise. But today, the entire administration is on its toes to address these challenges," she added.
The Aam Aadmi Party lashed out at the BJP government with senior leader and former Delhi CM Atishi posting videos of waterlogging in Dhaula Kuan and ITO on X.
"Is this what the people of Delhi expected from the 4-engine BJP Govt?" she posted on X, referring to the BJP governments at the Centre, in Delhi, the municipal corporation and the local MP.
Three flights were diverted and over 200 flights were delayed at the IGI airport as thunderstorms and gusty winds disrupted operations.
An official said two flights that were to land at the Delhi airport were diverted to Jaipur and one to Ahmedabad.
More than 200 flights were delayed, according to data from flight tracking website Flightradar24.com.
Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL), which operates the airport, in a post on X at 5.20 am, said some flights were affected owing to inclement weather conditions.
Later in a post on X at 7.25 am, DIAL said the thunderstorm has passed but there is some impact on flight operations due to adverse weather conditions.
Delhi Fire Services received around 100 calls of rain-related incidents during the 3-4 hours of storm and heavy showers. Trees were uprooted in many parts of Delhi further affecting traffic on the roads.
The Public Works Department said it received 100 complaints of waterlogging by 12 pm and added that 150 quick response teams were deployed to clear waterlogging and other problems.
In the Lutyen's Delhi area, 25 tree fall cases and 12 complaints related to waterlogging were received.
Narendra Girsa, Councillor of Dwarka's Nasirpur area, said that an MCD school in the locality was flooded with water after rainfall.
Girsa said the school was built on a lower ground level while the surrounding areas are elevated, which caused rainwater to flow into the school premises.
The IMD has predicted moderate to heavy rain for Friday and Saturday, along with moderate to severe thunderstorms and wind speeds reaching 70-80 kmph in parts of Delhi-NCR.
Light rain is likely in some other areas of the region.&nbsp;

Delhi witnessed light rain and cold weather with a minimum temperature of 9.6°C. Fog conditions improved slightly, while air quality remained in the "very poor" category at AQI 320.

Light rain in parts of Delhi, minimum temperature 9.6 deg C

Delhi witnessed light rain and cold weather with a minimum temperature of 9.6&deg;C. Fog conditions improved slightly, while air quality remained in the "very poor" category at AQI 320.

Cold weather conditions persisted in Delhi on Monday with parts of the city receiving light rainfall and the mercury settling at a low of 9.6 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The fog cover thinned out, improving morning visibility on roads.
Dense fog in the capital reduced morning visibility to zero on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, leading to flight cancellations and diversions, and trains being delayed.
The Safdarjung observatory, Delhi's primary weather station, recorded a minimum temperature of 9.6 degrees Celsius, 2.7 notches above the normal for this time of the year, at 8.30 am, the IMD said.
At 5.30 am, the visibility at Safdarjung and Palam was 300 metres, it said.
Some parts of the city received light rain in the morning.
The weather department has predicted generally cloudy skies with light rain throughout the day. It has issued a 'yellow' warning for dense fog.
The maximum temperature in Delhi is expected to settle at 18 degrees Celsius, according to the IMD.
Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 320 (very poor) at 9 am, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed.
An AQI between 0 and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Sunday revoked stage 3 curbs under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR after the region witnessed a dip in air pollution levels owing to favourable meteorological conditions, especially improved wind speed.
However, restrictions under Stage 1 and Stage 2 of GRAP remain in place across Delhi-NCR.

Delhi witnesses rainfall as an active western disturbance influences the region's weather. Cloudy skies and moderate showers are expected throughout the day.

Rain lashes parts of Delhi, more showers forecast

Weather department officials said an active western disturbance and its interaction with easterly winds were causing light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms.

An 'orange' warning was issued in Delhi after rain lashed several parts of the national capital and adjoining areas on Friday, throwing traffic out of gear in many places.
The weather office has forecast more showers during the day.
The rain affected traffic in many areas of south, central and north Delhi.
The weather office said the rain started in Delhi-NCR around 2:30 am.
According to Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) data till 11:30 am, the observatory at Safdarjung -- the national capital's primary weather station -- recorded 9.1 mm rainfall.
The observatory at Palam recorded 8.4 mm rainfall, Lodhi Road (10.8 mm), Ridge (9 mm), Delhi University (11 mm), and Pusa (9.5 mm).
Met officials said an active western disturbance and its interaction with easterly winds were causing light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms over northwest and central India, including the NCR areas of Delhi.
The Met office -- which has forecast light to moderate rain for the rest of the day -- denotes 'orange' warning as "be prepared".
The national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 11 degrees Celsius, 2.8 notches above normal.
The air quality at 9 am was recorded in the 'very poor' category, with a reading of 372, according to Central Pollution Control Board data.
The 24-hour Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 345 at 4 pm on Thursday.
AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.

Gurugram disaster management authority has advised private and corporate offices in the city to work from home on Friday after heavy rains through the day on Thursday.&nbsp;
The weather department has predicted moderate to heavy rain for September 23 and also issued a 'yellow alert'.
All educational institutions have also been advised to remain closed.&nbsp;
All government and private schools till class 8 across Noida and Greater Noida in Gautam Buddh Nagar will also remain closed on Friday due to rains, an official order announced on Thursday.
The fresh spells of rains just before the withdrawal of monsoon from the National Capital Region will help cover the large deficit (46 per cent till September 22 morning) to some extent. It would also keep the air clean and the temperature in check. &nbsp;
Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 23.8 degrees Celsius and a maximum temperature of 28 degrees Celsius, seven notches below normal.

Schools closed in Noida, work from home in Gurgaon as rain lash Delhi NCR overnight

Gurugram disaster management authority has advised private and corporate offices in the city to work from home on Friday after heavy rains through the day on Thursday. 

The fresh spells of rains just before the withdrawal of monsoon from the National Capital Region will help cover the large deficit, 46 per cent till September 22 morning, to some extent.

Gurugram disaster management authority has advised private and corporate offices in the city to work from home on Friday after heavy rains through the day on Thursday.&nbsp;
The weather department has predicted moderate to heavy rain for September 23 and also issued a 'yellow alert'.
All educational institutions have also been advised to remain closed.&nbsp;
All government and private schools till class 8 across Noida and Greater Noida in Gautam Buddh Nagar will also remain closed on Friday due to rains, an official order announced on Thursday.
The fresh spells of rains just before the withdrawal of monsoon from the National Capital Region will help cover the large deficit (46 per cent till September 22 morning) to some extent. It would also keep the air clean and the temperature in check. &nbsp;
Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 23.8 degrees Celsius and a maximum temperature of 28 degrees Celsius, seven notches below normal.

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