Delhi Rain Update: Evening Showers Bring Relief Amid Rising Temperatures (Watch Video)

Amid the ongoing scorching heatwave across the country, parts of the city witnessed isolated spells of heavy rainfall on Friday evening, bringing temporary relief to residents. Earlier in the day, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) had forecast light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and issued a yellow alert for April 17 in isolated areas later in the evening.

According to the weather office, the city recorded a minimum temperature of 24°C its highest so far this season while the maximum temperature is expected to hover around 39°C.

#WATCH | Delhi: Heavy rainfall struck the National Capital today, bringing much‑needed relief from the scorching summer heat. Visuals from the R K Puram area. pic.twitter.com/fArRkH3Iu1

— ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2026

Delhi-NCR and northwest India are expected to experience rising temperatures over the next two to three days, potentially reaching 41 to 42 degrees Celsius, leading to possible isolated heatwave conditions. This is influenced by recent thunderstorm and light rain activity in areas surrounding Delhi, including parts of Rajasthan.

Meanwhile, the IMD has issued a yellow alert for high temperatures in Kerala until April 19, indicating moderate heatwave conditions and advising caution. Maximum temperatures in Kerala are expected to reach around 40 degrees Celsius in Palakkad, 39 degrees Celsius in Kollam, and 38 degrees Celsius in Kottayam.