Ayodhya witnessed light rainfall accompanied by gusty winds on Monday, providing much-needed relief from the prevailing heatwave conditions in the region. The brief spell of showers, along with thunderstorms and strong winds, helped bring down temperatures and improved the overall weather conditions, making it more pleasant for residents reeling under the intense heat.

Meanwhile, parts of Delhi also witnessed rainfall on Sunday, providing a welcome break from the scorching heat. The showers brought down temperatures and contributed to an improvement in air quality across the national capital. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a severe thunderstorm and strong wind alert for the national capital, warning residents to stay indoors.

According to the IMD, a "moderate to intense spell of rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning, and squally winds reaching speeds of 80-100 kmph" swept through the capital during the early hours. Furthermore, in Kerala, in view of the continuing heavy rainfall and a red alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a holiday has been declared for all educational institutions in several districts of Kerala on Monday.