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Southwest monsoon to withdraw from Delhi this week, says IMD
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 22 Sep 2026, 05:01 AM
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The India Meteorological Department forecasts that the southwest monsoon will retreat from Delhi within the coming week, ending the city’s rainy spell.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast indicating that the southwest monsoon will pull back from Delhi by the end of this week. This marks the conclusion of the city’s current monsoon phase, which began in early June.
Meteorologists expect a noticeable rise in daytime temperatures and a drop in humidity levels as the rain‑bearing systems move northward. Residents can anticipate clearer skies, though occasional isolated showers may still occur in the outskirts.
Historically, Delhi experiences a monsoon retreat between late September and early October, but an early withdrawal this year aligns with the broader seasonal pattern observed across northern India. Authorities advise citizens to stay updated with daily weather bulletins, especially for outdoor activities and travel plans.
While Delhi prepares for drier conditions, the IMD notes that adjoining regions in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh may continue to receive scattered rain as the monsoon progresses westward.
Meteorologists expect a noticeable rise in daytime temperatures and a drop in humidity levels as the rain‑bearing systems move northward. Residents can anticipate clearer skies, though occasional isolated showers may still occur in the outskirts.
Historically, Delhi experiences a monsoon retreat between late September and early October, but an early withdrawal this year aligns with the broader seasonal pattern observed across northern India. Authorities advise citizens to stay updated with daily weather bulletins, especially for outdoor activities and travel plans.
While Delhi prepares for drier conditions, the IMD notes that adjoining regions in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh may continue to receive scattered rain as the monsoon progresses westward.