New Delhi, April 18 -- Heavy rains on Friday brought much-needed relief to Delhi after a prolonged period of intense heat, with temperatures soaring to record levels.

The sudden weather change, accompanied by gusty winds, resulted in a significant drop in temperature and a brief respite from the scorching conditions.

Visuals from Connaught Place and Janpath Road showed drenched streets, commuters taking shelter, and some enjoying the weather after a period of dry weather.

The sudden rainfall is also helping to improve the city's air quality. The city recorded a maximum temperature of 41 degrees Celsius, 4.2 degrees above normal, while the minimum temperature was recorded at 25.6 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological De...