New Delhi [India], July 6 : Delhi witnessed rainfall on Sunday morning, bringing much-needed respite from the heat as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted light to moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms over the next two days.
According to a press release from IMD Delhi, the capital is expected to experience a generally cloudy sky with light to moderate rain and possible thunderstorms or lightning. Despite the rain, no major changes in temperature were recorded over the past 24 hours.
“The maximum temperatures ranged between 36-37°C, while the minimum temperatures were between 25-29°C — both within normal limits for this time of year,” said the IMD. Winds from the southwest were recorded at speeds of up to 15 kmph.
The IMD also noted that the monsoon trough at mean sea level currently stretches from Suratgarh, Sirsa, Delhi, Lucknow, Varanasi, Daltonganj, Bankura, Digha, and then southeastward into the northeast Bay of Bengal. An upper air cyclonic circulation persists over Himachal Pradesh and adjoining Punjab at about 1.5 km above sea level.
Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh continues to grapple with the devastating impact of the monsoon. The cumulative death toll in the state has reached 75, with 45 rain-related fatalities and 30 accidental deaths reported, including incidents caused by road accidents, electrocution, and a gas explosion.
Data released by the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) covering June 20 to July 4, 2025, highlights widespread destruction. A total of 288 people have been injured, and public infrastructure and private properties have suffered significant damage, with estimated losses amounting to ₹541.09 crore.
The report details 27 accidental deaths from road mishaps, with the highest tolls reported from Chamba (6 deaths) and Kullu (3 deaths). In addition to human casualties, extensive losses in the agricultural sector have been reported. Over 10,000 poultry birds and 168 cattle perished, severely impacting rural livelihoods.
A full damage assessment of horticultural and agricultural land is still underway.