Delhi-NCR Experiences Rain and Hail, Offering Relief from Heatwave
Rain, Hail Bring Relief From Heat To Delhi-NCR
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On Thursday afternoon, rain and hail swept through Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR), providing relief from the recent heatwave. The India Meteorological Department had predicted such weather, which is expected to continue with thunderstorms until May 5.
- 01Rain and hail provided relief from heat in Delhi and NCR.
- 02The India Meteorological Department predicted thunderstorms through May 5.
- 03Delhi recorded minimum temperatures around 25 degrees Celsius.
- 04Maximum temperatures had reached 37 degrees Celsius prior to the rain.
- 05Clear skies are expected on May 1 and 2 before more rain arrives.
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On Thursday, April 30, 2026, rain and hail brought much-needed relief to residents of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR), who had been enduring a heatwave with temperatures reaching 37 degrees Celsius. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had forecasted this weather change, which included stormy conditions starting around 3 PM. Areas such as Ghaziabad experienced hail along with strong winds. The minimum temperature recorded in Delhi was 25.4 degrees Celsius, while maximum temperatures were expected to hover around 36 degrees Celsius. Looking ahead, weather expert Mahesh Palawat from Skymet Weather indicated that clear skies are expected on May 1 and 2, but thunderstorms and rain are likely from May 3 to May 5 due to an incoming western disturbance.
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The rain provides significant relief from the heat, improving comfort for residents and potentially benefiting local agriculture.
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