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Delhi braces for rain and thunderstorms as monsoon system intensifies

The India Meteorological Department has forecast light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorm activity across Delhi-NCR on September 4, with heavier precipitation expected to lash several northern and eastern regions of the country.

LSN India · 4 September 2026

Delhi braces for rain and thunderstorms as monsoon system intensifies

Delhi and its surrounding National Capital Region are set to experience unsettled weather conditions on September 4, with meteorologists predicting light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorm activity throughout the day.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that while Delhi-NCR will see relatively modest rainfall, parts of northern, central, eastern and northeastern India face a more significant weather system. These regions are expected to receive heavy showers, marking an intensification of monsoon activity across the subcontinent.

The forecast underscores the continued influence of monsoon circulation patterns affecting large swathes of India as the season progresses. Residents across affected areas are advised to remain updated on weather bulletins as conditions develop throughout the day.

The IMD regularly monitors atmospheric conditions and issues weather warnings to help the public and administrative authorities prepare for potential disruptions caused by severe weather events. Such advance alerts enable stakeholders to implement necessary precautions and mitigate risks associated with heavy rainfall and associated phenomena.