Delhi-NCR Weather Update: The weather in Delhi-NCR has changed suddenly. Today—April 30—strong gusty winds are sweeping across the Delhi-NCR region. The spell of stormy rain is currently ongoing. The Meteorological Department had previously issued an alert regarding the rain, storms, and strong winds. Officials have warned that light rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning, along with strong winds, may occur during this period.
A drop in Delhi’s temperature has also been recorded due to the strong winds. Consequently, residents of Delhi appear to be finding relief from the heat. The decline in temperature is attributed to the intense dust storms and rainfall. Both the maximum and minimum temperatures have fallen below normal.
Delhi-NCR Weather Update (April 30, 2026) – Key Highlights
- Date: April 30, 2026 (Thursday)
- Current Status: Strong gusty winds & stormy rain ongoing in Delhi-NCR
- Relief: Significant temperature drop bringing relief from the severe heatwave
- Alert: IMD had previously issued a warning for rain, storms & strong winds
- Additional Risk: Possibility of lightning strikes in the region
For the past few days, Delhi has been gripped by a severe heatwave. Given this context, the sudden change in weather has brought significant relief to the public from the scorching heat.
Weather Forecast in Delhi-NCR:
An alert regarding strong winds has been issued for Delhi-NCR, effective since this afternoon. Additionally, there is a possibility of lightning strikes. The maximum temperature is forecast to be 37 degrees Celsius, while the minimum is expected to be 26 degrees.
Light rainfall and cloud movement are continuing. The weather is expected to clear up on May 1 and May 2. The temperature is projected to hover around 40/26 degrees on May 1 and 41/25 degrees on May 2. Since Thursday morning, the weather in Delhi-NCR has appeared distinctly different. The light drizzle has increased the air’s moisture, providing substantial relief from the heat.
Rainfall Warning for These States
The Meteorological Department has issued an alert regarding light to moderate rainfall across Northeast India over the next five days.
– A warning for severe storms has been issued for Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura on April 30.
– Heavy rainfall may be recorded at isolated places in Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura until May 5.
– Heavy rainfall is likely in Arunachal Pradesh between April 30 and May 2, and in Assam and Meghalaya between April 30 and May 3.
– Heavy rainfall is likely at isolated places in Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura between April 30 and May 4.
