Monsoon Heads For Delhi: Onset Likely Before Weekend
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Key takeaways:
- Southwest monsoon is expected to reach Delhi within the next 2–3 days.
- Rainfall activity is likely to intensify between July 5 and 7 across Delhi-NCR.
- Delhi recorded only 32.7 mm rainfall in June against the normal of 80.6 mm.
- Day temperatures are expected to remain below 35°C for most of the week.
- Forecast Validity: Next 3-5 days.
Wait for southwest monsoon will end soon for Delhi. Earlier, the capital city overshot its normal date of June 27 this season. The city recorded only 32.7 mm rainfall against the normal of 80.6 mm in June. There was only trace rainfall at most places during the past 24 hours. July and August are the rainiest months for the national capital. July has an average monthly rainfall of 195.8 mm. Also, the base observatory Safdarjung has exceeded this figure consistently for the last 8 years. This weather station registered rainfall of 259.3 mm during July 2025.
The seasonal trough is extending from Punjab to North Bay of Bengal in the lower levels and is keeping proximity to Delhi. A western disturbance will also affect Northwest India from July 2 onwards. Under the combined influence of these two systems, scattered rains are likely over Delhi and suburbs during this week. Monsoon onset is expected within the next 2–3 days. The intensity and spread of rains will increase between July 5 and July 7, 2026.
With persistent clouds and bursts of rain, the day temperature is likely to drop. The daytime maximum will get arrested at about 36°C (+/-1°C) today. During the remaining days of the week, the mercury will stay under 35°C. Most of the weather activity is expected during evening and night hours.
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