The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for the national capital on Tuesday for moderate to light rainfall and thunderstorms. The sky is expected to remain mostly cloudy in Delhi throughout the day.

Humidity levels were high at 70% this morning at 8:30 am, according to the weather office.

Additionally, the meteorological department has predicted light rainfall in the national capital throughout this week, until July 13.

The minimum temperature was recorded at 27 degrees Celsius, which is 0.9 degrees above the normal for this time of year. The maximum temperature is expected to reach around 34 degrees Celsius.

Air quality in the city was recorded in the “satisfactory” category with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 85, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). An AQI between 51 and 100 is considered satisfactory, while readings above 100 indicate worsening air conditions.

Meanwhile, Kolkata reported waterlogging in various parts of the city following heavy rain. Daily commuters faced a harrowing time as key stretches of the metropolis and its neighbouring areas were under knee-deep water following the overnight rains, which were continuing, the official said.

According to the officials, waterlogging was reported in parts of Shyambazar, Ultadanga, Dhakuria, Ballygunge, Behala, sector 5 in Salt Lake and parts of Howrah city.

The weather department has forecast light to moderate rain or thundershowers at most places across the region, with isolated spells of heavy rainfall. The western districts of Purulia and Jhargram are also likely to receive heavy rain, as per meteorological department.

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