New Delhi, May 14 -- Weather changed dramatically in the capital on Wednesday evening, with Delhi first being hit by strong winds reaching up to 100km/hr, followed by intense localised showers and hail in some areas. The sudden weather shift disrupted flight operations, with over 500 flights delayed, 15 diverted and six forced to carry out "go-arounds" due to bad weather, said officials..

Weather scientists said high daytime temperatures and moisture associated with a prevailing western disturbance triggered the rain and hailstorm activity. Palam recorded the highest wind speed at 98km/hr, followed by Safdarjung and Pusa at 72km/hr.

Earlier in the day, Delhi had witnessed a brief spell of drizzle and gusty winds that brought fleeting re...