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Delhi's Heat Index Hits 48°C as Monsoon Struggles
27 Jul
Summary
- Delhi experiences a 14% rain deficit this monsoon season.
- Heat index reached a staggering 48 degrees Celsius on Sunday.
- Moderate showers are forecasted for Tuesday and Wednesday.
As of July 27, 2026, Delhi is contending with a 14% deficit in monsoon rainfall for the season. On Sunday, the capital experienced a sweltering day, with the heat index, or 'feels-like temperature,' reaching a peak of 48 degrees Celsius in the afternoon. This occurred even as the air temperature registered at 35.8 degrees Celsius, highlighting the intense humidity. The maximum temperature recorded was 36.6 degrees Celsius, two notches above the seasonal norm.
Light rain was observed in some parts of the city, with stations like Ayanagar and Pusa receiving .5 mm. However, Safdarjung, the main weather station, recorded no rainfall. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has placed Delhi in the 'normal' rainfall category, as the deficit is currently within acceptable limits. Forecasts indicate a possibility of moderate showers on Tuesday and Wednesday, with a yellow alert in place, potentially bringing some respite from the heat.
