On Thursday, the national capital was still experiencing extreme heat, with blistering midday temperatures recorded by many meteorological stations around the city. Maximum temperatures were recorded until 8:30 AM in several major metropolitan areas, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The highest recorded temperature was 45.0°C in Ayanagar, followed by Palam (44.5°C), Ridge (43.6°C), Lodhi Road (43.4°C), and Safdarjung (43.3°C). Ridge had a minimum temperature of 26.2°C, while Ayanagar had a minimum temperature of 30.5°C. Delhi scorches at over 43°C, as data confirmed several locations across the city exceeded this threshold.
IMD warned earlier this week that mercury levels would rise, especially in Delhi-NCR. According to IMD scientist Akhil Srivastava, the majority of Northwest Indian subdivisions, particularly the plains, were predicted to endure hot conditions for four days in a row. He pointed out that temperatures in Delhi-NCR were predicted to rise above 45°C, which led to the declaration of a yellow warning.
Heatwave Alerts Issued Across North India
According to the IMD’s online portal, an orange alert was issued for June 10 and 11 in Delhi, while a yellow alert was issued for June 12 and 13. The advisory also said that heatwave conditions were prevalent in a number of northern states, including isolated areas of East Rajasthan, South Uttar Pradesh, and Northwest Madhya Pradesh, as well as portions of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh.
West Rajasthan was also reported to be experiencing severe heatwave conditions. At 48.0°C, Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, attained the highest recorded maximum temperature in the plains. On Tuesday, Radheshyam Sharma, an IMD officer, said that temperatures in Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, and Bikaner were over 47°C, indicating extreme heat. He predicted the area would continue to experience scorching conditions for three or four more days.
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Forecast Signals Gradual Relief Ahead
The IMD prediction gives some optimism, even if the city and nearby areas are still experiencing high temperatures. By midweek, Delhi could have mild to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds (40 to 50 kmph). The IMD predicts that beginning on June 14, a gradual relief would likely commence across Northwest India. The authority added that while there won’t be any significant temperature changes over Northwest and Central India over the next three days, there will probably be a slow drop of two to four degrees Celsius after that. Delhi scorches at over 43°C, but signs of a slight cooldown are finally in sight.
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