Temperature Expected to Fall in Delhi Over Next Two Days; Rain Likely Today

Cold conditions have returned to the national capital after rainfall lashed parts of Delhi-NCR on Friday, January 23, bringing a noticeable dip in temperatures and relief from pollution. The mercury slipped below 10°C, marking a sharp turnaround after a brief spell of warmer days earlier this week.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi is likely to witness a further drop in temperatures over the next two days, with light rain predicted for today as well. The maximum temperature is expected to hover around 20°C, while the minimum may dip to 6°C, intensifying the winter chill.

Rain Brings Clear Skies and Better Air Quality

Friday’s rainfall significantly altered weather conditions across the region. Cool northerly winds swept through the capital, leading to clearer skies and a marked improvement in visibility. Air quality levels also improved, with several monitoring stations recording a drop in pollution indices due to the washout effect of rain.

Meteorologists noted that the rain activity was concentrated mainly in the morning and early afternoon, gradually subsiding by evening.

Delhi Records Wettest January Day in Two Years

Delhi witnessed its first rain of 2026, which also turned out to be the wettest January day in the last two years. IMD data shows that the highest January rainfall on record was logged on January 30, 2023, when the city received 20.4 mm of rain.

On Friday, rainfall between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm was widespread across Delhi-NCR:

• Ridge: 17.4 mm
• Palam: 14.0 mm
• Lodi Road: 13.4 mm
• Safdarjung: 13.2 mm
• Ayanagar: 11.5 mm

Most weather stations reported light to moderate rainfall between 8:30 am and 2:30 pm, after which precipitation weakened significantly.

Weather Update for Other North Indian Cities

• Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh): Light rain is likely in the morning, with a minimum temperature around 10°C.
• Patna (Bihar): Clear skies are expected, with the minimum temperature settling near 13°C.
• Jaipur (Rajasthan): The minimum temperature may drop to around 5°C, with partly cloudy conditions likely.

What to Expect Next

IMD officials have indicated that the temperature dip could lead to cold day conditions in isolated pockets of Delhi-NCR. Early morning shallow fog may also develop over the next few days, especially in low-lying areas. Residents have been advised to take precautions against cold weather, particularly during early morning and late-night hours.

While no severe cold wave warning has been issued yet, authorities are monitoring conditions closely as winter tightens its grip once again on north India.