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Delhi Swelters: Warmest Summer Nights in 4 Years Recorded
30 Jun
Summary
- Delhi recorded its warmest summer nights in four years.
- Southwest monsoon arrival in Delhi is delayed, expected in July.
- Monsoon may reach Uttarakhand within two days, with heavy rain warnings.
Delhi has recorded its warmest summer nights in four years, with the average minimum temperature during the March-June pre-monsoon period reaching 22.9 degrees Celsius. This season saw early pre-monsoon showers, persistent heat, and heatwaves, alongside a delayed onset of the southwest monsoon.
The southwest monsoon, which typically arrives in Delhi by June 27, is now expected around the first week of July. Conditions are favorable for its advance, with the northern limit passing through Surat, Indore, Mandla, Daltonganj, and Motihari.
Meanwhile, the monsoon is anticipated to reach Uttarakhand within the next two days. Light to moderate rain and thunderstorms are forecast for many areas in the state. Heavy rainfall is expected in isolated pockets of Pauri, Pithoragarh, and Bageshwar districts, with warnings of lightning and gusty winds.
Parts of Rajasthan are also expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall this week. However, some areas experienced intense heat on Monday, with Sri Ganganagar recording the highest temperature at 45.1 degrees Celsius.
