Rain lashes several parts of Delhi; temperature likely to drop to 27–29°C

NEW DELHI: Delhi woke up to rainfall on Sunday morning, bringing respite from the recent heat. The maximum temperature is expected to drop to 27–29°C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).The Met department has also predicted another spell of rain on March 18, with chances of very light rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds of up to 40 kmph. However, no colour-coded warning has been issued for that day.IMD forecasts a fall in maximum temperatures by 3–5°C over the next 24 hours, followed by a gradual rise of 3–5°C. The mercury is likely to rise to around 31–33°C on Monday and may reach 32–34°C by Wednesday.The minimum temperature on Saturday stood at 18.1°C, three degrees above normal, compared to 20.4°C on Friday. Night temperatures on Sunday are expected to remain between 17–19°C, possibly dipping to 14–16°C by Monday.