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Delhi-NCR braces for showers on August 26 as rain forecast hits capital and suburbs
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 11:03 AM
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The Economic Times reports that a rain spell is expected across Delhi, Noida, Gurugram and Ghaziabad on August 26, with meteorological updates indicating possible showers throughout the day.
A weather bulletin released by the India Meteorological Department shows that a band of low pressure moving eastward will bring intermittent rain to the Delhi-NCR region on Saturday, August 26. The system is expected to arrive in the early afternoon, with the highest probability of showers between 2 pm and 5 pm.
Temperatures are likely to dip to the mid‑20s Celsius in the capital, while humidity will rise above 80 per cent, creating a muggy feel. No major thunderstorms are forecast, but localized downpours could cause brief disruptions in traffic and outdoor activities.
Authorities have advised commuters to carry umbrellas and exercise caution on slippery roads. The forecast remains subject to change, and residents are urged to follow updates from the IMD and local news outlets throughout the day.
Temperatures are likely to dip to the mid‑20s Celsius in the capital, while humidity will rise above 80 per cent, creating a muggy feel. No major thunderstorms are forecast, but localized downpours could cause brief disruptions in traffic and outdoor activities.
Authorities have advised commuters to carry umbrellas and exercise caution on slippery roads. The forecast remains subject to change, and residents are urged to follow updates from the IMD and local news outlets throughout the day.