New Delhi, May 3 -- Residents of the national capital witnessed rain lashing several parts on Monday, bringing much-needed respite from the intense summer heat.

The fresh spell of rain comes after similar showers were recorded in the city on Saturday, indicating changing weather conditions over the past few days.

Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday, in its latest monthly outlook, predicted that India would experience above-normal rainfall in May 2026, even as temperature patterns remain mixed across regions, with some parts expected to face above-normal heatwave conditions.

"During May 2026, maximum temperatures are expected to be normal to below normal across many parts of the country," the IMD said in a pre...