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Delhi Swelters: Warmest May Night in 14 Years!
26 May
Summary
- Delhi experienced its warmest May night in 14 years, with temperatures over 32°C.
- Dust from Rajasthan has significantly worsened air quality, creating a hazy condition.
- A yellow alert forecasts possible isolated heatwave conditions for Tuesday and Wednesday.
New Delhi experienced its warmest May night in 14 years on Monday, with the minimum temperature recorded at Safdarjung base station reaching 32.4°C. This reading is six degrees above normal and marks the season's first "warm night." Concurrently, dust originating from Rajasthan has intensified, degrading air quality and resulting in a noticeable haze.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert, indicating the possibility of isolated heatwave conditions persisting through Tuesday and Wednesday. Temperatures are predicted to hover between 43°C and 45°C during this period. A slight respite from the heat is anticipated starting Thursday.
Further relief is expected as a western disturbance is set to impact northwest India from May 28. This system is likely to bring widespread light rain and gusty winds on May 28 and 29, with rain possibly continuing until May 31. Air quality, which stood at 254 (poor) on Monday, may improve with these weather changes.
