Delhi-NCR rains cut temperatures by 9°C, IMD forecasts relief till June 22
Synopsis
A single spell of rain cut Delhi-NCR's peak temperature by nearly 9°C on 16 June, from heatwave levels to a relatively mild 31°C. The IMD has forecast continued thunderstorms and gusty winds across Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Chandigarh through 22 June — with no major weather warnings issued, offering the region a rare window of relief mid-summer.
Key Takeaways
Light rain on 16 June slashed Delhi-NCR maximum temperatures by nearly 9 degrees Celsius in a single day.
Post-rain maximum settled at 31°C ; minimum at 27°C on Tuesday.
The IMD forecasts maximum temperatures around 34°C and minimums of 27–28°C for the next few days.
Isolated to scattered rainfall predicted across Rajasthan , Haryana , Chandigarh , Delhi , and Punjab from 16–22 June .
Gusty winds of 40–50 kmph , gusting up to 60 kmph , expected on select days; residents advised to stay cautious.
Temperatures may begin rising again from 19 June , though no sudden spike is anticipated.
A brief but significant spell of light rain swept through the Delhi-NCR region on Tuesday, 16 June, slashing the maximum temperature by nearly 9 degrees Celsius and delivering long-awaited relief to residents who had been enduring a relentless heatwave. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed the sharp dip and forecast that similar weather patterns would persist across the national capital region for several more days.
Temperature Drop and Current Conditions
Following the rainfall, the maximum temperature in Delhi fell to 31 degrees Celsius, while the minimum was recorded at 27 degrees Celsius on Tuesday. The near-9°C decline within a single day marked one of the steepest single-day thermal drops this summer season in the region. Residents, many of whom had been struggling with scorching conditions typical of a June heatwave, welcomed the sudden change.
IMD Forecast for the Coming Days
According to the IMD, the maximum temperature is expected to hover around 34 degrees Celsius over the next few days, while the minimum is likely to remain in the 27–28 degrees Celsius range. Humidity levels are forecast to fluctuate between 40 and 65 percent. Temperatures may begin climbing again from 19 June, though the weather department indicated the rise is unlikely to be a sudden spike.
The IMD has predicted isolated to scattered rainfall over Rajasthan, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and Punjab between 16 June and 22 June. For most of this period, the forecast includes thunderstorms accompanied by rain. Notably, no specific weather warnings have been issued for the 17–21 June window.
Official Advisory and Wind Alerts
In its official statement, the IMD said: 'Isolated thunderstorm, lightning & gusty winds (speed reaching 40-50 kmph gusting to 60 kmph) are likely over Haryana, Chandigarh & Delhi and Punjab on 16th & 17th June and during 19th-22nd June; West Uttar Pradesh on 17th June.' The department has urged residents to exercise caution during periods of inclement weather, particularly during gusty wind events.
What Is Driving the Weather Shift
Weather experts have attributed the improved conditions to the combined influence of a western disturbance and localised weather activity. This interaction has introduced increased moisture into the region, making further rainfall a distinct possibility even as June typically remains one of the harshest months for Delhi-NCR. This comes amid a broader pattern where pre-monsoon western disturbances have periodically interrupted heatwave conditions across northwest India in recent years.
With intermittent rainfall expected to continue through the coming days, residents can anticipate a relatively more comfortable period before temperatures potentially edge upward again around 19 June.
Point of View
Not just how effective the rain was. Delhi-NCR's vulnerability to prolonged heat events is structural: dense urban heat islands, shrinking green cover, and ageing water infrastructure amplify every degree. The IMD's forecast of a gradual temperature rebound from 19 June is the more consequential signal here. If the western disturbance weakens before the southwest monsoon establishes itself firmly over northwest India, the region could snap back to heatwave conditions with little buffer. The absence of any weather warning for 17–21 June is reassuring, but the window of relief is narrow.
NationPress
6 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did temperatures fall in Delhi-NCR after the rain on 16 June?
The maximum temperature in Delhi-NCR dropped by nearly 9 degrees Celsius following the rain on 16 June, falling to 31°C from heatwave-level highs. The minimum temperature was recorded at 27°C on the same day.
What does the IMD forecast for Delhi weather between 16 and 22 June?
The IMD has predicted isolated to scattered rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds across Delhi, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Punjab between 16 and 22 June. Maximum temperatures are expected to hover around 34°C, with no specific weather warnings issued for 17–21 June.
Will Delhi temperatures rise again after the current relief spell?
According to the IMD, temperatures may begin edging upward again from around 19 June. However, the weather department does not anticipate a sudden or sharp spike during this period.
What wind speeds are expected during the thunderstorm activity?
The IMD has forecast gusty winds reaching 40–50 kmph and gusting up to 60 kmph over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and Punjab on 16–17 June and again during 19–22 June. Residents have been advised to exercise caution during these periods.
What is causing the improved weather in Delhi-NCR in June?
Weather experts attribute the relief to the influence of a western disturbance combined with local weather activity, which has introduced increased moisture into the region. This interaction has made intermittent rainfall likely even during the typically harsh month of June.
