The weather in Delhi-NCR changed suddenly on Friday evening after a long spell of scorching heat. A strong dust storm swept through many areas, followed by light rain and gusty winds. Dark clouds covered the sky, bringing some relief from the high temperatures.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said that parts of Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan could see light rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds of 30–60 km/h over the next two hours.
In Gurugram, the temperature reached 40.5°C before the weather turned. IMD predicted winds at 30–40 km/h along with scattered rain and thunder in the region during the evening.
A similar shift in weather was reported from Faridabad. A strong thunderstorm brought heavy rain, which caused trees to fall and power cuts in many areas. On Railway Road, a tree collapsed, disrupting traffic. Several areas in NIT and Old Faridabad faced waterlogging, causing delays and inconvenience for residents.
Earlier in the day, people struggled with the heat, using scarves and umbrellas to shield themselves from the sun. The sudden rainfall helped bring the temperature down, but also led to traffic jams and power outages in parts of Delhi-NCR.
The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Delhi and nearby states, warning of more rain and dust storms over the weekend.
The third week of May has brought changing weather across the country. While parts of North India battle heatwaves, states in the Northeast and South are bracing for heavy rain and thunderstorms.
In Northeast India, IMD expects very heavy rainfall in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Meghalaya from May 16–18. Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura may also see heavy downpours.
Southern states like Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka will face thunderstorms and strong winds between May 16–19. Wind speeds could reach up to 70 km/h in some areas.
In Central India, including Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, rain and thunderstorms are likely. A storm warning has also been issued for Konkan, Goa, and Chhattisgarh.
North Indian states like Punjab, Bihar, and Rajasthan are still facing heatwave conditions. Strong winds of 50–60 km/h are expected in Bihar on May 17 and 18. Dust storms and thunderstorms are also predicted in Delhi, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh.
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