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Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms and Strong Winds Expected in Delhi Region

The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across Delhi and many surrounding states on Monday.

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Key Points

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Heavy rain and thunderstorms are predicted for Monday in Delhi and 19 other states.

Strong winds may gust up to 80‑85 kilometers per hour in certain areas.

Daytime high temperature around 34°C; nighttime low around 28°C.

Air quality index is in the very poor range, indicating high pollution.

Safety advice: remain indoors, close windows, and stay away from tall structures.

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Wind speeds are expected to be gusty, ranging from 30‑40 kilometers per hour and possibly reaching 80‑85 kilometers per hour in some locations.

Maximum temperature will be about 34 degrees Celsius, with a nighttime low around 28 degrees Celsius.

Air quality remains very poor, with pollution levels far above safe limits.

Authorities advise people to stay indoors, keep windows closed, and avoid standing near trees or power lines.

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6 words

thunderstorms

Storms that produce loud thunder noises and bright lightning.

gusty

Wind that blows in short, strong bursts.

kilometers per hour

A unit that measures how fast wind or vehicles travel.

air quality index

A number that tells how clean or polluted the air is.

pollution

Harmful substances in the air that can affect health.

meteorological

Related to the study of weather.

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