Rains in Delhi give respite from sultry weather, cause traffic snarls

Waterlogging hampered the flow of traffic in central Delhi

Rain in the national capital on July 12 morning brought down the mercury but caused traffic snarls and waterlogging in parts of the City.

The minimum temperature settled at 26.2 degrees Celsius, a notch below normal, and relative humidity at 8:30 a.m. was 93%, the weather department said.

According to India Meteorological Department data, Delhi recorded 2 mm of rains in 24 hours till 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday.

Rains occurred in several parts of the national capital, bringing relief from sultry weather conditions.

It, however, caused traffic snarls and waterlogging in parts of the City, including in Burari and Jasola. Waterlogging also hampered the flow of traffic in central Delhi.

In a tweet, the Delhi Traffic Police said, "Traffic Alert As per IMD report: Thunderstorm with light to moderate intensity rain would occur over and adjoining areas of entire Delhi. Commuters are advised to plan their journey accordingly."

The minimum temperature in Delhi on Monday was recorded at 27.1 degrees Celsius, while the maximum temperature was 36.9 degrees Celsius.