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Delhi Swelters: Hottest July Day in 2 Years
5 Jul
Summary
- Delhi experienced its warmest July day in two years on Sunday.
- The maximum temperature reached 38.6 degrees Celsius, exceeding normal levels.
- Moderate rain with an orange alert is forecast for Monday.
Delhi experienced its warmest July day in two years on Sunday, as the maximum temperature climbed to 38.6 degrees Celsius. This reading is 1.3 degrees Celsius above the normal temperature for this time of year and is the highest recorded July maximum since July 11, 2024. The minimum temperature also registered above average at 29.2 degrees Celsius.
Following afternoon showers, which saw Chhatarpur receive the highest rainfall in Delhi-NCR at 49 mm, parts of the city experienced waterlogging. Weather forecasters have issued an orange alert for Monday, predicting moderate rainfall and a drop in temperatures, with the maximum and minimum expected to be around 32 and 27 degrees Celsius, respectively. Delhi's air quality remained in the 'moderate' category.
