Weatherman predicts dip in mercury; more rain today and tomorrow



After a shivering Sunday, the Meteorological Department has predicted colder days ahead. The weatherman says temperatures may dip further and the city is likely to receive more rain in the next two days.

"Fog will remain but visibility will improve slightly. The temperatures, however, may decrease. The city may also receive more rains in the next 24 hours," said Met officials.

Grounded: As bad weather delayed flights, many passengers were stranded at the IGI Airport on Sunday. PIC/Imtiyaz Khan

Cloudy weekend

A thick fog covered Delhi over the weekend, affecting air traffic, rail traffic and motor vehicle movement in the capital and its surrounding areas. However, on Sunday, the fog cleared as the day progressed and Met officials said visibility had improved from 600 metres at 5.30 am to 1,000 metres at 9 pm. Delhi recorded 1 mm of rain, the first in this season. Met Department officials said there was no rain during the same period last year.

Grey city: With the fog and the cloud came rain, dipping temperatures further. Tourists at Janpath on Sunday afternoon. PIC/Imtiyaz Khan Read Next Story Better health care facilities› Trending Stories Latest Photos Latest Videos Latest Web Stories ADVERTISEMENT Mid-Day Fast ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT