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Delhi Swelters: Warmest June in Two Years!
29 Jun
Summary
- Delhi recorded its warmest June minimum temperature in two years.
- Minimum temperatures were over 3 notches above seasonal averages.
- Thunderstorms are predicted, offering potential relief from the heat.
Delhi residents woke to a warm morning on June 29, 2026, with the minimum temperature at 31.1° Celsius. This reading matched the previous day's low and represents the warmest minimum temperature recorded in June for the past two years. The temperature was 3.2 notches above the seasonal average, with similar conditions observed the day before.
Looking ahead, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts the maximum temperature to reach approximately 41° Celsius. Isolated thunderstorms accompanied by rain are anticipated, which could offer a reprieve from the ongoing heat. This follows a hot Sunday, June 28, when maximum temperatures ranged between 41.8° Celsius and 42.6° Celsius.
Specific readings from the Safdarjung observatory indicated a minimum of 31.1° Celsius. Other stations like Lodhi Road reported 30.2° Celsius, and Palam recorded 29.7° Celsius, all above normal. No rainfall was registered in the 24 hours leading up to Monday morning. Delhi's air quality was in the 'Moderate' category with an AQI of 140.
