India, Oct. 12 -- Residents of Gurugram woke up to rain and thunderstorms on Monday morning, bringing much-needed relief from the prevailing heat and lowering temperatures across the city.

According to data shared by the district administration, Gurugram tehsil recorded the highest rainfall at 40 mm, followed by Kadipur and Harsaru sub-tehsils, which received 36 mm each. Wazirabad sub-tehsil also recorded 36 mm of rainfall, while Badshahpur sub-tehsil received 34 mm.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Gurugram's minimum temperature dipped to 23degC on Monday morning.

Meanwhile, the short spell of rain comes after the city witnessed nearly two weeks of dry weather. As per IMD, a western disturbance (WD) triggered ov...