IndiGo flight operations hit Delhi airport amid inclement weather, IMD warns of rain

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IndiGo on Tuesday issued a travel advisory warning passengers of possible disruptions due to adverse weather conditions in the national capital, as overcast skies affected flight schedules.

Taxi of an IndiGo airliner on the runway. (Reuters)
Taxi of an IndiGo airliner on the runway. (Reuters)

“The bad weather over Delhi has affected flight schedules. We are closely monitoring the weather and doing our best to get you where you want to be safely and smoothly,” the airline said in a post on X. It urged passengers to check the status of their flights through its website or mobile application, and stressed that ground teams are available to assist travelers.

This warning comes at a time when the Indian Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for light rain and thunderstorms in most areas of Delhi during the next few hours.

Details of precipitation and temperature

On Tuesday morning, the city witnessed light rain, its rainfall varying across weather stations. According to official data, the cumulative rainfall rate over the 24 hours until 8:30 a.m. was:

  • 0.4 mm in Safdarjung
  • 1.4 mm in palam
  • 1 mm in Lodhi Road
  • Track rainfall in the ridge
  • 3 mm in Ayanagar

The minimum temperature in Safdarjung was recorded at 20.1°C, which is 0.1 degree higher than the seasonal average.

Tomorrow’s temperatures and forecasts

Today, April 7, 2026, the temperature in Delhi reached 30.88 degrees Celsius at 10.30 am. Today’s forecast indicates that the minimum and maximum temperature are 20.05 degrees Celsius and 30.88 degrees Celsius, respectively. Relative humidity 29% and wind speed 29 km/h. The sun rose at 06:04 AM and will set at 06:41 PM.

Tomorrow, Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Delhi is expected to witness a minimum and maximum temperature of 20.58°C and 31.3°C respectively. Tomorrow the humidity will reach 37%.

With temperatures ranging between 20.05°C and 30.88°C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, check the weather forecast and consider clothing and activities appropriate for the prevailing weather.

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