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Delhi Swelters: Heat Index Hits 42.5°C!
20 Jun
Summary
- Delhi's heat index reached a sweltering 42.5°C on Friday.
- Maximum temperatures are expected to remain between 37-39°C.
- Yellow alert issued for rain and thunderstorms, with rain expected until June 21.
New Delhi experienced an intensely hot and humid day on Friday, with the heat index, or 'feels-like' temperature, reaching a significant 42.5 degrees Celsius. The actual air temperature recorded at Safdarjung was 39.1 degrees Celsius, which is normal for this time of year, although Ridge registered the highest at 40 degrees Celsius. Minimum temperatures were noted at 27 degrees Celsius.
India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts that maximum temperatures will likely remain between 37 and 39 degrees Celsius over the next few days. Following an initial period with no significant change in maximum temperatures for 24 hours, a fall of 2-3 degrees Celsius is expected in the subsequent three days. Meanwhile, a yellow alert for rain and thunderstorms was issued for the city, with expectations for rain continuing until June 21. The air quality index (AQI) in Delhi saw an improvement, recorded at 142 compared to 157 the previous day. Residents can expect maximum temperatures around 37-39 degrees Celsius on Saturday and Sunday.
