Delhi NCR Weather Update: Rain, Thunderstorms and Strong Winds Likely on October 29

Key Takeaways:

• Weather Change: Delhi NCR is expected to experience increasing cloud cover on October 28, followed by very light to light rainfall and thunderstorms on October 29.
• Western Disturbance: An approaching western disturbance is expected to influence northwest India's weather, creating favourable conditions for cloud formation and thunderstorms.
• Rainfall and Temperature: Thunderstorms may bring winds of 30–40 kmph on October 29, while maximum temperatures could drop to 27–29°C from 29–31°C on October 28.
• Regional Impact: Patchy rain may continue across Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, and other NCR areas on October 30, while higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh may experience isolated snowfall.
• Forecast Validity: October 28–30, 2026 (Next 3 Days)

Delhi NCR is heading towards a change from mainly clear weather to cloudier skies and a possibility of thunderstorms later this week. We expect partly cloudy conditions on October 28, followed by very light to light rain at many places on October 29. Rain may continue on October 30 as well, but in patches. The more active period is expected during Thursday afternoon and evening, with lightning and strong surface winds potentially affecting outdoor activities and commuting.

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An approaching western disturbance is the main large-scale feature to watch over northwest India. Such disturbances are troughs or circulations embedded in the middle- and upper-level westerly winds. Ahead of them, rising air and changes in lower-level moisture can support cloud formation and thunderstorms. This does not imply a prolonged rainy spell across the plains: rainfall coverage and intensity depend on how effectively moisture and atmospheric instability overlap locally.

For Delhi, the October 28 outlook indicates no rain, despite increasing cloud cover. On October 29, generally cloudy skies may accompany a spell of very light to light rain, with surface winds reaching 30–40 kmph during thunderstorms. Maximum temperatures may be around 27–29°C that day, compared with 29–31°C on October 28. The cooler daytime forecast is consistent with increased cloud cover, although conditions may vary across the capital and its adjoining urban areas.

The possibility of very light rain and thunderstorms continues into the morning or forenoon of October 30, just beyond the main two-day change. Faridabad and Gurugram, as well as other parts of NCR, may also be affected. Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh may receive isolated light to moderate rain or snow on October 29 and 30, with snowfall confined to sufficiently cold higher elevations. This is a limited precipitation forecast, not evidence of a widespread, disruptive Himalayan snowstorm.

Residents should secure lightweight balcony items and avoid exposed locations if thunder develops. Outdoor events and construction work may need short adjustments, while drivers should remain alert to sudden gusts and slippery road surfaces after the first showers. Farmers should protect harvested produce from unexpected rain. Any improvement in air quality cannot be guaranteed from a light-rain forecast alone, since ventilation, wind direction, and pollution emissions will remain important.

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