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Delhi Rains Bring Sudden Weather Change Due to Western Disturbance
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Moneycontrol•15-10-2026, 13:40
Delhi Rains Bring Sudden Weather Change Due to Western Disturbance
- •Parts of Delhi witnessed unexpected rain on Thursday following an orange alert issued by the India Meteorological Department.
- •The sudden weather change is driven by a western disturbance interacting with a cyclonic circulation over nearby regions.
- •Intermittent spells of rain and thunderstorms with wind speeds reaching 40 to 60 kmph were expected to persist.
- •The rainfall is anticipated to lower daytime temperatures, with the maximum expected to hover around 29 degrees Celsius.
- •Authorities advised residents to remain cautious during thunderstorms as strong winds and lightning could disrupt traffic.
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The sudden rain in Delhi has been caused by an interaction between a western disturbance and a cyclonic circulation over nearby regions, creating favorable conditions for showers and thunderstorms.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert warning of moderate to heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching up to 40-60 kmph across the city.
Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 23.3 degrees Celsius on Thursday, while the maximum temperature is expected to remain around 29 degrees Celsius due to cloudy skies and rainfall.
