11 April 2025 : In a much-needed respite from the heatwave that hit Delhi earlier this week, the national capital’s sky turned cloudy on Thursday, followed by a light drizzle in some parts of the city.
The city, however, touched the 40-degree mark in some places on Thursday. The weather monitoring stations at Ridge and Ayanagar recorded temperatures of 40.9 degree Celsius and 40.2 degree Celsius, respectively, according to the weather department.
The Safdarjung weather station recorded a maximum temperature of 39.6 degrees Celsius, which is 4.5 notches above the normal.
The minimum temperature in the national capital on Thursday was recorded at 25.9 degrees Celsius, which is six notches above the normal. It is also the highest night temperature recorded in April in the last six months, according to the IMD.
Thunderstorm likely on Friday, Saturday
Following Thursday, the IMD has predicted similar weather conditions for Delhi on Friday and Saturday. According to the weather department, the national capital is likely to witness a cloudy sky, paired with thunderstorms and light drizzle on April 11 and 12.
For Friday, the weather could lead to falling of trees or branches, leading to minor traffic disruptions. Commuters are advised to be careful on the roads. The weather could also lead to disruption in electricity supply in some parts of Delhi NCR.
People are advised to check for traffic congestion on their route before leaving and stay away from power lines or electrical wires. They are also advised to keep away from water bodies and all the objects that conduct electricity.
Summary: Lightning strikes kill 25 in Bihar amid heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, Delhi gets relief from the heat as thunderstorms are expected today.