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Heavy rain is on watch for Delhi–NCR today, September 5, with the India Meteorological Department flagging a sub‑division “Heavy Rain” risk for Haryana–Chandigarh–Delhi. However, the city forecast points to widespread light to moderate thundershowers, most probable from afternoon into evening. Expect slower commutes and possible airport holdups during these windows. Plan buffers if traveling.
IMD’s New Delhi forecast shows thunderstorm chances through the day, with the afternoon and early evening carrying the highest likelihood of repeated spells. Sunday, September 6, trends weaker, with only light rain or drizzle and no formal warning. This shift should ease congestion, though wet roads may still slow traffic in places.
Delhi–NCR heavy rain watch: timing bands and district colours
After Friday’s red alert and flight disruptions, Saturday broadly sits in the “watch” zone for Delhi, with media citing a yellow alert even as the sub‑division remains on heavy‑rain watch. Use IMD’s district‑wise nowcast to see colour updates; green means no warning, yellow watch, orange alert, red warning.
| Time band | Rain likelihood |
|---|---|
| Morning | Light to moderate thunder showers possible |
| Forenoon | Light to moderate spells, patchy |
| Afternoon | Most likely window for repeated spells |
| Evening | Continued showers; localised pockets may pond |
| Night | Intermittent light rain possible |
Delhi–NCR commute, flights and Metro buffers
Watch chronic waterlogging underpasses and corridors: Minto Bridge, Pul Prahladpur, Ring Road opposite WHO, Azadpur and Zakhira stretches remain on official hotspot lists. Keep alternative routes handy and avoid low‑lying loops near ITO and Pragati Maidan during bursts. Expect slower surface links to Metro stations if showers stack up.
At IGI, Friday’s weather caused diversions and widespread delays; airlines warned of further disruptions. Add 45–60 minutes to airport plans and track airline apps. For Delhi Metro, crowds and occasional water ingress at select stations have occurred in recent spells; add 10–15 minutes and monitor DMRC updates.
Noida–Gurugram feeder roads, Yamuna‑bank caution, Sunday outlook
Noida’s recent bottlenecks include the Mahamaya flyover loops, Sector 94 underpass, DND approaches, and sectors 60–62; Gurugram hotspots cluster around IFFCO Chowk, Southern Peripheral Road and Rajiv Chowk zones. Use live city advisories and maps before driving. Sunday softens to light rain or drizzle; track IMD’s station and district nowcasts for updates.