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A big and relief news has come out for the residents of Delhi-NCR. Even though one may have to wait till the first week of July for the arrival of regular monsoon (Monsoon 2026) in the capital, but on Friday, June 19, 2026, the people of Delhi are expected to get a big relief from the scorching and scorching heat that has been going on for the last several days.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘Yellow Alert’ of light to moderate rain, severe thunderstorm and lightning with thunder in the national capital and its adjoining areas (NCR) today. Earlier on Thursday, the maximum temperature in Delhi was recorded at 39.5 degrees Celsius (0.7 degrees more than normal) and the minimum temperature was 27.9 degrees Celsius.
There will be a change in weather in the afternoon and evening; Winds will blow at a speed of 40-50 Kmph
According to the latest bulletin of the Meteorological Department, the sky of Delhi will be partly cloudy throughout the day today, which will reduce the intensity of the sun. Rapid changes in weather will be seen mainly in the afternoon and evening.
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Wind speed: After noon in Delhi-NCR 40 to 50 kilometers per hour Dust storm and strong winds are expected to blow at a speed of . Gusty Winds at the peak of a storm 60 kilometers per hour Can even touch scary speeds.
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Temperature condition: The maximum temperature in Delhi on Friday is expected to be between 40°C to 42°C, while the minimum temperature is expected to be between 26°C to 28°C. Although the mercury will cross 40 degrees in the afternoon, due to the movement of clouds and intermittent showers, heat wave like conditions will not arise at all.
Why did the weather of Delhi change? Skymet gave the main reason
Mahesh Palawat, chief meteorologist of Skymet Weather, a private weather forecasting organization, told news agency PTI that the main reason for this relief in Delhi-NCR for the last two days is not due to monsoon winds.
Reason for change: Actually, at this time there is a strong atmospheric pressure in central Pakistan and its surrounding areas. Western Disturbance Is active. Along with this, over the plains of North India, a Cyclonic circulation (area of cyclonic winds) It is made. Due to the interaction of these two systems, moisture is coming from the Arabian Sea. This is completely a normal ‘pre-monsoon’ seasonal activity, which has no direct relation with the speed of advance of the south-west monsoon at present.
The temperature will fall further on the weekend; Heavy rain forecast on June 20 and 21
This pre-monsoon relief for Delhiites is not going to be limited to today only, but your coming weekend (Saturday and Sunday) is also going to be very pleasant:
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Temperature will reach 36 degrees: According to IMD, June 20 (Saturday) An even bigger drop will be recorded in the temperature of Delhi. Over the weekend, the scope of thunderstorms and rain will be quite wide in entire Delhi and NCR cities (Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Faridabad), due to which the maximum temperature will fall. 36°C to 38°C Can come between.
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Weather will be favourable: For two consecutive days on 20th and 21st June, the weather will remain completely favorable for light to moderate monsoon showers and gale with speed up to 60 kmph, which will provide permanent relief to the people from the humid heat.
Important advisory of Meteorological Department: Take these precautions during storm
In view of the severe forecast of strong winds and lightning, the Meteorological Department has issued an important safety advisory for the citizens and motorists of Delhi-NCR:
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Do not take shelter under trees: During storms, completely avoid standing or parking your vehicles under old trees or weak hoardings/signboards, as these are at the highest risk of falling in winds of 60 km/hour.
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Stay alert during travel: Before leaving home on weekends or going on long trips, keep an eye on live weather traffic updates and stop at safe places during poor visibility.
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Distance from electronic devices: During severe thunderstorms and lightning, unplug major electronic appliances from your home and avoid going on open rooftops.