Bad weather affects flight operations in Delhi; Ten flights diverted to Jaipur, Lucknow
1 min read 30 May 2023, 09:01 PM ISTDue to a sudden change in weather in Delhi, ten flights were diverted out of which nine flights were diverted to Jaipur while one flight was diverted to Lucknow between 6.25pm-8pm
PremiumA severe thunderstorm reaching speeds up to 80 kilometres per hour and rain hit Delhi on Tuesday evening, sending pedestrians running for cover and affecting vehicular movement.
Due to a sudden change in weather in Delhi, ten flights were diverted out of which nine flights were diverted to Jaipur while one flight was diverted to Lucknow between 6.25pm-8pm.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said another western disturbance is likely to bring storms and rain to the northern plains, including Delhi, over the next few days.
Maximum temperatures are predicted to remain below the 40-degree mark until June 5.
The Safdarjung Observatory, Delhi's primary weather station, recorded a maximum temperature of 35.9 degrees Celsius, five notches below normal, on Tuesday.
Delhi experienced moderate to severe thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds, reaching speeds of 70-80 kilometres per hour, the Met office said.
*With agency inputs
