The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for Delhi after the city recorded its hottest July day in two years. Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected over the coming days, bringing relief from the heat while increasing the risk of waterlogging and traffic disruptions.

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• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for Delhi.
• The city recorded its hottest July day in the last two years.
• The maximum temperature reached 38.6°C, about 2°C above the seasonal average.
• The minimum temperature was 29.2°C, above the normal level for July.
• The IMD has forecast a generally cloudy sky with moderate rainfall across Delhi.
• The expected maximum and minimum temperatures are 32°C and 27°C, respectively.
• Several parts of Delhi-NCR received moderate rainfall.
• Chhatarpur recorded the highest rainfall at 49 mm.
• Rainfall caused waterlogging and traffic disruptions in several areas.
• Neighbouring regions including Gurugram, Greater Noida, Mehrauli, Najafgarh and Janakpuri also received rainfall.
• Relative humidity reached 92%, resulting in hot and humid conditions.
• The current weather is influenced by a low-pressure area over Odisha.
• An associated cyclonic circulation is affecting weather conditions across northern India.
• The monsoon trough is expected to shift back towards Delhi and the Indo-Gangetic Plains.
• This is likely to increase the intensity and spread of monsoon rainfall over the region.
• Residents have been advised to remain alert for heavy rain, waterlogging and possible traffic congestion.