Delhi-NCR weather: Residents wake up to light rain, nearly 30 trains running late due to fog; Check 7-Day weather forecast

The weather department has forecast light rain and dense fog, with cloudy skies throughout the day on Thursday. It also predicted that this trend will continue, with temperatures expected to dip further on Friday, keeping Delhi-NCR in the grip of chilly weather.

Delhi-NCR experienced a refreshing spell of rain on Thursday morning, providing much-needed relief from the dense fog that had enveloped the region a day earlier. The rainfall cleared the air, reducing the thick fog that had disrupted visibility and daily activities on January 15. The rain also brought a drop in temperatures, with the minimum settling near 10 degrees Celsius and the maximum around 17 degrees Celsius. The weather department has forecast light rain and dense fog, with cloudy skies throughout the day on Thursday. It also predicted that this trend will continue, with temperatures expected to dip further on Friday, keeping Delhi-NCR in the grip of chilly weather.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had earlier forecast rain for January 15 and 16. The showers acted as a natural cleanser, offering residents a reprieve with cleaner air amidst the winter season.

#WATCH | Delhi | Visuals from New Delhi railway station after parts of the national capital received fresh spell of rainfall amid winter’s chill that intensifies further in Northen India. pic.twitter.com/w49Ja6nOhv

— ANI (@ANI) January 16, 2025

Several trains running late

As of now, 29 trains heading to the national capital are running behind schedule due to the dense fog covering several parts of North India, according to Indian Railways. The thick fog has severely reduced visibility, causing disruptions in train services and resulting in delays for passengers. Indian Railways has assured that all required precautions are being implemented to ensure passenger safety during these foggy conditions. Measures include operating trains at reduced speeds, using fog safety devices, and maintaining regular communication between train drivers and control centers.

29 trains to Delhi are running late due to fog conditions in the national capital and parts of north India, as per Indian Railways pic.twitter.com/bMPA73BXzJ

— ANI (@ANI) January 16, 2025

7-Day Weather Forecast

January 16: Fog or light to moderate mist is likely to cover most areas in the morning, with partially cloudy skies. Light rain with thunder may occur during the morning. Fog or light mist is expected in the evening and night.

January 17: Fog or moderate mist is expected over most areas in the morning, with some regions experiencing dense fog. The sky will be partially cloudy. Fog or light to moderate mist will continue in the evening and night. The minimum temperature may be around 8°C, and the maximum temperature could be around 19°C.

January 18: Fog or moderate mist is likely in the morning, with some places experiencing dense fog. The sky will be partially cloudy. Fog or light mist is expected in the evening and night. The minimum temperature could be around 7°C, and the maximum temperature may reach around 19°C.

January 19: Fog or moderate mist is likely in the morning. The sky will generally be cloudy. Fog or light mist is expected in the evening and night. The minimum temperature may be around 6°C, and the maximum temperature could be around 20°C.

January 20: Fog or moderate mist is expected in the morning. The sky will be partially cloudy. Fog or light mist is likely in the night. The minimum temperature may be around 10°C, and the maximum temperature could be around 21°C.

January 21: Fog or moderate mist is expected in the morning. The sky will be partially cloudy. Light to very light rain may occur during the night. The minimum temperature is likely to be around 9°C, and the maximum temperature could reach around 22°C.