India, Oct. 7 -- The Capital woke up to a grey and wet Monday as the first strong western disturbance of the post-monsoon season swept through northwest India, bringing light rain and a sharp drop in temperature across Delhi.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the city's maximum temperature settled at 26.5degC, eight degrees below normal for this time of the year-the lowest October maximum since 26.2degC was recorded on October 17, 2023. IMD officials said rain is likely to continue on Tuesday, with a marginal reduction in intensity.

The minimum temperature on Monday was 20.6degC, two notches below normal. Mishra said northwesterly winds from Wednesday may push it below 20degC.

The western disturbance also caused f...