On Friday evening, Delhi experienced a sudden spell of rain, providing relief from the intense heat that had seen temperatures soar to 41°C during the day. The rainfall, accompanied by gusty winds and cloud cover, resulted in a significant temperature drop of 7–10 degrees Celsius across various parts of the city. This weather shift was attributed to a weak western disturbance affecting north-western India, which brought moisture and cloud cover conducive for rain and thunderstorms. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) upgraded its alert from yellow to orange, warning of moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, and winds reaching up to 60 kmph. However, this relief may be short-lived, as forecasts indicate that temperatures could rise again in the next two to three days, potentially reaching 41–42°C and possibly leading to isolated heatwave conditions. Despite the rain, Delhi's air quality remains poor, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 263, highlighting ongoing pollution concerns.