Heavy rain and thunderstorms hit parts of Delhi-NCR early in the morning of Monday, October 12, bringing cool weather to the capital and waterlogging in some areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert warning of thunderstorms, lightning, strong winds and heavy rainfall.
The downpour affected different parts of the city such as R K Puram, Kartavya Path and central, southeast and west Delhi. Water accumulation was also observed in some places and road conditions during the morning commute.
According to IMD data, the Safdarjung observatory, which provides representative rainfall measurements for Delhi, recorded 40 mm of rainfall till 5:30 am. Delhi airport recorded 30 mm during the same period.
The IMD Issues Red Alert for Delhi, Warns Of Strong Winds.
The weather department issued a red alert for Delhi which predicted thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds up to 60 kmph and heavy rainfall of 15 mm per hour.
The warning will continue until 9 am on Monday. Residents should be on guard for heavy precipitation and waterlogging and traffic disruption and should be monitoring the weather, especially in places where waterlogging and traffic problems were likely to happen.
It was the early morning showers that brought change to the weather in the capital with overcast skies and cooler temperatures. It was also a relief from the relatively warm weather that had been seen over the last few days.
Early morning WD show over Delhi NCR ⛈️🥁 Safdarjung IMD observatory recorded 40mm rainfall till 5:30am Delhi Airport 30mm https://t.co/yBGhtAQtuw
— Weatherman Shubham (@shubhamtorres09) October 12, 2026
The Delhi-NCR experienced a sudden spell of rain and thunderstorms, and neighbouring areas also got weather warnings. People in the National Capital Region (Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad) should be vigilant during the bad weather.
Thunderstorms and strong winds can reduce visibility and make travel difficult, particularly during heavy rainfall. Travelers should check local traffic conditions before travelling and be careful on waterlogged roads.
Safdarjung Records 40 Mm Rainfall, Waterlogging reported
The Safdarjung weather observatory recorded 40 mm of rainfall until 5:30 am, while the rain gauge at Delhi airport registered 30 mm, according to IMD data.
Delhi experienced heavy showers in a number of places in Delhi. R K Puram and Kartavya Path and central, southeast and west Delhi were affected.
The rainfall made some areas waterlogged and caused traffic problems during the morning rush hour. Torrential rain frequently inundates low-lying roads and parts of the road with inadequate drainage.
Waterlogging has repeatedly disrupted road traffic in parts of Delhi during heavy rainfall. Drivers and two-wheeler riders are particularly vulnerable when roads become slippery or water covers potholes and uneven surfaces.
The IMD had also warned about water accumulation in low-lying areas and traffic disruption in its weather advisories. Traffic alerts on routes affected by flooding were issued.
Heavy rainfall can also affect flight operations, as visibility and aircraft movement are affected. Passengers going through Delhi airport were advised in separate travel advisories to check their flight status before leaving for the airport.
Delhi weather forecast: Rain Expected To Ease.
Although Monday began with heavy showers and thunderstorms, the IMD's forecast indicated that the wet spell was likely to be brief in Delhi.
Partly cloudy skies and largely dry conditions are expected over the next few days, the forecast said. Maximum temperatures should be in a broad range of 31 to 35 degrees Celsius, and minimum temperatures of 22-25 degrees Celsius.
The weather department’s outlook stated that the cooler temperatures associated with the rain might not last throughout the week and temperatures may be moderate and slowly rise in some areas.
The IMD also predicted rain and thunderstorms in parts of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh for a few days. There were also some districts forecast for these states with gusty winds and moderate to heavy rainfall in some of them.
Residents living in Delhi-NCR have to keep track of weather alerts and precautions will be taken if more warnings are issued. People moving through thunderstorms should avoid exposed areas, stay away from trees and electrical poles during lightning, and be careful on roads affected by waterlogging.
The early-morning downpour provided some relief from warm weather in the capital but also showed the strain heavy rainfall can bring to daily life. There was still a red-alert period in place in the morning the people of Delhi and the surrounding area had to keep track of weather and traffic.
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