Delhi monsoon: Light rain today, heavier showers forecast this week
Synopsis
Delhi's monsoon is building, not breaking — yet. With humidity locked at 87% and heavier showers forecast through the week, the capital faces the uncomfortable middle ground of monsoon season: too wet to ignore, not wet enough to cool down. The IMD's week-ahead outlook will be the real test of this season's intensity.
Key Takeaways
IMD forecast very light to light rain at isolated places in Delhi on 2 August , across forenoon, afternoon, and night spells.
Sunday morning temperature stood at 29°C , but 87% humidity pushed the apparent temperature to 36°C .
Maximum temperature for the day forecast at around 34°C , with scattered thunderstorms expected later.
Safdarjung recorded a maximum of 35°C on Saturday — 0.6 degree above seasonal normal.
Palam recorded a Saturday maximum of 34°C , up 0.5 degree from the previous day.
Heavier monsoon showers and thunderstorms are forecast across Delhi through the coming week.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a generally cloudy day for New Delhi on 2 August, with very light to light rainfall expected at isolated places through the forenoon, afternoon, and again during the night, as monsoon conditions persist over the national capital.
Current Conditions
As of Sunday morning, Delhi recorded a temperature of 29 degrees Celsius under overcast skies. However, humidity levels of 87 per cent pushed the apparent or 'feels-like' temperature to 36 degrees Celsius, making conditions significantly more uncomfortable than the thermometer reading suggests.
What the IMD Forecast Says
The IMD's regional centre in New Delhi has projected a maximum temperature of around 34 degrees Celsius during the day, with scattered thunderstorms and light rain expected later. Monsoon activity is set to intensify over the coming days, with heavier rainfall and thunderstorms forecast across the city through the week. While the rain spells are expected to offer intermittent relief from the heat, elevated humidity is likely to keep conditions uncomfortable between showers.
Saturday's Weather Data
On Saturday, Delhi's primary weather station at Safdarjung recorded a maximum temperature of 35 degrees Celsius — 0.6 degree above the seasonal normal and unchanged from the previous day. The minimum temperature settled at 27.9 degrees Celsius, which was 0.8 degree above normal and 0.7 degree lower than Friday's reading. Scattered trace rainfall was recorded in parts of the city despite the marginal rise in daytime temperatures.
Station-Wise Readings
At Palam, the maximum temperature on Saturday was recorded at 34 degrees Celsius, up 0.5 degree from the previous day. The minimum at Palam stood at 25.6 degrees Celsius, marginally 0.2 degree lower than the day before. The divergence between Safdarjung and Palam readings reflects localised variation in monsoon cloud cover across the city.
Outlook for the Week
Monsoon activity over Delhi is expected to build through the week, with the IMD pointing to heavier showers and thunderstorm episodes ahead. Residents should expect disruptions to traffic and waterlogging in low-lying areas if the heavier spells materialise as forecast. The coming days will be a clearer indicator of whether this monsoon season is tracking above or below normal for the capital.
Point of View
Oppressive, and disruptive. The Safdarjung reading sitting 0.6 degree above seasonal normal is a small but telling signal; if the heavier spells the IMD is forecasting do not materialise, the city could face a prolonged uncomfortable stretch. More broadly, Delhi's monsoon performance has been erratic in recent years, and week-ahead forecasts for convective activity carry inherent uncertainty. The real story this week is not today's drizzle but whether the intensification holds.
NationPress
2 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the weather forecast for Delhi today, 2 August?
The IMD has forecast a generally cloudy day with very light to light rain at isolated places during the forenoon, afternoon, and night. The maximum temperature is expected to be around 34 degrees Celsius, with scattered thunderstorms likely later in the day.
Why does Delhi feel hotter than the actual temperature today?
Humidity levels of 87 per cent are making the apparent or feels-like temperature reach 36 degrees Celsius, even though the recorded temperature was 29 degrees Celsius on Sunday morning. High humidity reduces the body's ability to cool itself through perspiration, amplifying heat discomfort.
Will Delhi see heavier rain this week?
Yes, according to the IMD, monsoon activity is expected to intensify over the coming days, with heavier rainfall and thunderstorms forecast across Delhi through the week. Residents in low-lying areas should be prepared for possible waterlogging.
What temperature did Delhi record on Saturday, 1 August?
Delhi's Safdarjung station recorded a maximum of 35 degrees Celsius on Saturday, which was 0.6 degree above the seasonal normal. The minimum temperature was 27.9 degrees Celsius, 0.8 degree above normal.
How does today's Delhi weather compare to normal monsoon conditions?
Saturday's maximum temperature at Safdarjung was 0.6 degree above the seasonal normal, and the minimum was 0.8 degree above normal, indicating slightly warmer-than-usual conditions despite monsoon cloud cover. The IMD's forecast of intensifying showers through the week suggests the monsoon is still active but has not yet delivered a sustained heavy-rain episode over the capital.
