India, Aug. 10 -- Multiple spells of very light to moderate rain were expected in Delhi on Monday after a short monsoon break following five consecutive days of heavy showers, even as the mercury is expected to rise to between 34degC and 36degC before dipping from Tuesday, reaching 32degC to 34degC by Friday.

The city received daily showers from August 4 to August 8 and recorded 229.5mm, or over 98% of the normal rainfall, for the month (233.1mm). With light to moderate rain expected, the city could cross the monthly mark on Tuesday.

A spell of very light to light rain is expected during the forenoon. Another spell of the same is likely during the afternoon to evening, along with moderate rain at isolated places.

The India Meteorologic...