Rainfall Brings Relief to Delhi-NCR During Holi Festivities
Light to moderate rain and thunderstorms were observed in Delhi and neighboring regions, marking a shift from rising summer temperatures.
- Delhi-NCR experienced light to moderate rainfall on Holi, offering relief from the recent heatwave.
- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted cloudy skies with isolated rain and thunderstorms for March 14, with similar conditions likely to persist until March 17.
- Temperatures in Delhi on Friday ranged between 17.6°C and 33°C, slightly above seasonal norms, as summer conditions begin to take hold.
- The region's air quality index (AQI) was recorded at 201 on Friday afternoon, indicating poor air quality compared to the moderate levels observed earlier in the week.
- A Western Disturbance and cyclonic circulation over northern India are influencing weather patterns, causing rain and snowfall in parts of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir.