The weather in Delhi-NCR has taken a turn in the second week of February itself. Signs of departure of winter and arrival of summer are clearly visible. After the strong winds stopped in the last 24 hours, the daytime sunlight is being felt more intense. The temperature in the capital and surrounding areas is continuously increasing and people are suffering from heat during the day. If the situation continues like this, people will start feeling the heat of April-May even before the end of February.

Wind speed decreased, sunshine became brighter

Rapid change in weather has been recorded in Delhi-NCR in the last few days. Till three days ago the winds were blowing at a speed of 40 kilometers per hour. After this, two days ago this speed reduced to 17 kilometers per hour. Now the situation is such that the winds have almost stopped. As soon as the winds stop, the heat of the sun has increased and people are finding it more hot to go out during the day. According to weather experts, the sun may become brighter in the coming days.

What is IMD’s estimate?

According to the latest data of India Meteorological Department, the maximum temperature of Delhi can reach 27 degrees Celsius by 15 February. The temperature is gradually increasing towards 30 degrees Celsius, which is considered above normal at this time. A continuous increase is also being recorded in the minimum temperature and it is likely to remain between 12 to 13 degrees Celsius. Although there is a slight coolness at night, but the harsh winter now seems to be ending completely. According to the Meteorological Department, the night temperature is also not likely to go below 10 degrees Celsius.

AC started in Delhi Metro, weather will remain clear

The effect of increasing heat during the day is now visible on public transport also. Air conditioners have been started in Delhi Metro for the convenience of passengers. People are clearly feeling the heat in the afternoon. The India Meteorological Department has predicted that the maximum temperature will reach 27 degrees Celsius on Wednesday. The minimum temperature can remain around 12 to 13 degrees Celsius. In the forecast till February 16, the maximum temperature is likely to be around 26 and the minimum temperature will be around 14 degrees Celsius. During this period the weather will be clear and sunny. Light clouds may be visible from time to time, but there is no forecast of rain or dense fog.

How will the weather be in future, fluctuations will increase

According to the Meteorological Department, there may be a slight increase in the temperature of both day and night in the next 24 hours. After this, there is a possibility of cold winds blowing from the north direction, due to which there will be some drop in the temperature. An active Western Disturbance will reach the hilly areas on 16 February. Due to its effect, there is a possibility of formation of cyclonic winds over Rajasthan.

It was cloudy throughout the day in the capital Delhi on 28 January and there was light drizzle in many areas, due to which the cold increased. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, this situation will continue on January 29, 2026, while there is a possibility of light to moderate fog in the morning on January 29 and 30. During this period, the effect of cold weather will be clearly felt in many parts of North India.

On January 28, there was chill throughout the day in Delhi due to clouds and intermittent drizzle. According to Meteorological Department data, the maximum temperature was recorded at 18.4 degrees Celsius, which is 3.7 degrees less than normal. The minimum temperature was 12.6 degrees Celsius, which was 4.2 degrees more than the average. Cold winds in the morning and evening caused more trouble to people. In many areas, due to the sun not coming out, there was a feeling of cold throughout the day and people were seen wrapped in warm clothes.

How will the weather be in the next two days?

According to the forecast of the Meteorological Department, there will be cloudy sky in the capital on 29th and 30th January also. On Thursday, the maximum temperature can be around 17 to 19 degrees Celsius and the minimum temperature can be around 6 to 8 degrees Celsius. There is a possibility of light to moderate fog in the morning, which may affect visibility.

Apart from this, the weather may change once again on 31 January and 1 February. During this time, a new phase of clouds and rain with strong winds has been predicted, due to which a yellow alert has also been issued for February 1.

What is the temperature in which areas?

Differences in temperature were also seen in different areas of Delhi. The maximum temperature was recorded at 16.5 degrees in Palam, 18 degrees at Lodhi Road, 17.7 degrees at Ridge area and 17 degrees at Ayanagar. In the last 24 hours till 8:30 am on January 28, 4.3 mm rain was recorded in Safdarjung, 14.8 mm in Palam, 3.4 mm in Lodhi Road, 14.4 mm in Ridge and 5 mm in Ayanagar.

Due to rain and winds, air quality was seen improving and the AQI dropped to 255 at 4 pm, although it still remained in the ‘poor’ category.

A drop in temperature has been recorded in Delhi-NCR after heavy rains along with strong storm yesterday. The yellow alert issued by the India Meteorological Department two days ago proved to be completely correct. The sky remained cloudy throughout the day and a drop in temperature was recorded. Due to this change in weather, the effect of cold and fog has also increased, while the department has warned of more rain.

Light hailstorm also fell along with heavy rain in Ghaziabad, Noida and surrounding areas. From the morning of 27th January, the weather took a turn and there was darkness throughout the day. According to the Meteorological Department, after the heavy rains on January 23 and 27, there is a possibility of one more rain, which will increase the cold.

It will rain again with thunderstorms

India Meteorological Department said that once again there will be rain with thunderstorm in Delhi-NCR. During this period, strong winds can blow at a speed of 40 to 60 kilometers per hour. Due to strong winds and rain, there will be a further drop in temperature, which will increase the chill. The Meteorological Department has already issued a yellow alert and advised people to remain alert, so that any kind of inconvenience can be avoided.

The weather will change again on February 1

According to meteorologists, the next time it will rain in Delhi-NCR will be on February 1, which may start with strong winds and thunderstorms. Dr. Shashikant Mishra, senior scientist of India Meteorological Department, said that for February 1, yellow alert has been issued in the entire NCR including Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad.

On this day, dusty winds will blow at a speed of 30 to 40 kilometers per hour and there will be good rain. Adequate rainfall has been recorded in the area in the last 24 hours also. A slight increase in the minimum temperature can be seen between 28th and 31st January, but from 1st February the weather will change once again and the effect of cold will remain.