India, Oct. 1 -- Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 24degC on Thursday, which was 1.6 degrees higher than Wednesday and 0.7 degrees above normal, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD) data.

The rise in night temperatures came as the weather system that had brought rain and cooler conditions to the capital last week weakened. IMD has forecast mainly clear skies and dry conditions over Delhi-NCR on Thursday, with the maximum temperature likely to settle around 34degC.

The weather forecaster issued no warning for the national Capital for Thursday, and its forecast indicates no significant rainfall over the next few days.

"As the system moves away, cloud cover and rainfall activity over Delhi are reducing, allowing temper...