Delhi Experiences Dramatic Temperature Drop of Up to 19°C Following Thunderstorms
Temperature plunges by as much as 19°C in Delhi

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Delhi experienced a significant temperature drop of up to 19°C after thunderstorms and strong winds hit the city, following a peak temperature of 40.5°C. The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert as rainfall varied across the city, with Ayanagar recording the highest at 27.6mm. Air quality worsened despite the rain.
- 01Thunderstorms and winds up to 91kmph caused temperatures in Delhi to drop by 9°C to 19°C.
- 02Ayanagar experienced the largest temperature decrease, falling from 41°C to 22.7°C.
- 03The India Meteorological Department upgraded the alert level to orange as storm activity intensified.
- 04Delhi's maximum temperature for the day was recorded at 40.5°C, with a minimum of 29.7°C.
- 05Despite rainfall, the city's Air Quality Index worsened, rising from 143 to 164.
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On Thursday evening, Delhi experienced a dramatic temperature drop due to thunderstorms and strong winds, following a scorching day that peaked at 40.5°C. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that temperatures fell between 9°C to 19°C in various areas, with Ayanagar experiencing the steepest decline from 41°C to 22.7°C. The IMD upgraded the city's weather alert from yellow to orange as thunderstorm activity intensified, with rainfall amounts reaching 27.6mm in Ayanagar and 24.5mm in Mayur Vihar. Strong winds, with speeds up to 91kmph, accompanied the rain, contributing to the cooling effect. Despite the rainfall, Delhi's air quality deteriorated, with the Air Quality Index climbing to 164, categorized as moderate. The IMD forecasted further light rain and thunderstorms for Friday, with expectations of a gradual temperature rise starting Sunday, potentially reaching 40°C to 42°C by June 9.
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The sudden temperature drop and thunderstorms may affect daily activities and health in Delhi.
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