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India Swelters: Heatwave Grips Nation, Thunderstorms Loom
10 May
Summary
- Heatwave alerts issued for Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad.
- Temperatures may exceed 42 degrees Celsius in several major cities.
- 17 states face potential thunderstorms and heavy winds.
As of May 9, 2026, a significant heatwave is intensifying across India, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue fresh weather alerts for numerous cities. Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad are expected to endure temperatures soaring up to 42 degrees Celsius, marking some of the hottest days of the season.
However, the weather landscape is dynamic. While several northern states like Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Delhi are under direct heatwave warnings for May 9, a different scenario is unfolding in 17 other states. These regions, including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand, have a high probability of experiencing thunderstorms accompanied by strong winds gusting up to 30-50 kilometers per hour.
The prevailing weather shifts are causing rapid changes from hot and dry conditions to cooler, breezy atmospheres. This contrast offers welcome relief to residents, with city streets becoming more comfortable after being heated by direct sunlight, creating a more pleasant environment overall.
