Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) witnessed an unusual spell of unseasonal rain and thunderstorm on April 7, 2026, causing a sharp drop in temperatures and providing much-needed relief from the early summer heat. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that Delhi recorded its coldest April day in three years (since 2023).
Temperature highlights (April 7):
– Safdarjung Observatory (Main Station): Maximum 28.8°C (6.3°C below normal).
– Palam: 27.6°C (7.9°C below normal).
– Ridge: 27.7°C (7.4°C below normal).
– Ayanagar: 27.8°C (7.1°C below normal).
Minimum temperatures also dropped, with many areas recording temperatures of 15–17°C. Safdarjung recorded a minimum temperature of 20.1°C (near normal), while other stations like the Ridge recorded a minimum temperature of 15–17°C.
Rain (April 7):
Light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorm and strong winds (up to 40–56 km/h) occurred across the city from morning to evening.
– Safdarjung and Lodhi Road: ~3.0 mm
– Palm and ridge: ~2.1 mm
– Ayanagar: ~2.0 mm
Heavy rains caused significant waterlogging in Noida, leading to flooding of roads in low-lying areas and disruption of traffic. Minor disruptions were also reported in some parts of Delhi-NCR.
air quality:
The rain helped remove the dust, improving visibility. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) remained in the moderate range (around 114). Forecast for the coming days:
IMD has issued a yellow alert for April 8, in which thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, light to moderate rain and cloudy sky are expected. The minimum temperature is likely to be around 17°C, while the maximum temperature is likely to be around 28°C on Wednesday, after which it will gradually rise by the end of the week. The weather is expected to mainly clear from April 9, and temperatures will again reach the mid 30°C.
The reason for this unusual cold in the month of April is being said to be a Western Disturbance affecting North-Western India. Residents are advised to carry umbrellas with them, drive with caution on wet roads, and keep updated weather information from IMD’s official sources. The effect of this cold is likely to reduce further by the weekend.
