Pics: Heatwave Grips Delhi As Temperature Hits 45 Degrees, Red Alert Issued
The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Delhi as it remained in the grip of an intense heatwave, with temperatures ranging from 40.9 to 45.0 degrees Celsius across various weather stations.
The heat index, a measure of how hot it feels when humidity is factored in, touched an alarming 51.9 degrees Celsius.
The intensity of the heatwave is expected to reduce from June 13 onward, with an orange alert replacing the red alert. By June 14-17, Delhi could see a dip in temperatures to 37-42 degrees Celsius, accompanied by light to moderate rainfall and gusty winds, the IMD said.
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India Gazette
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- India Gazette
Severe heat waves, warm night conditions to continue for 2-3 days across Rajasthan: IMD
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 13 (ANI): Heat waves, severe heat waves, and warm night conditions will likely continue for the next 2-3 days, especially in parts of western and northern Rajasthan, said a forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday. According to the weather department, the highest maximum temperature reported over Sri Ganganagar in Rajasthan was 47.8 degrees Celsius. Speaking to ANI, Radhey Shyam Sharma, Director of the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, said, 'In the last 24 hours, the temperature has increased by 1-2C in many parts of the state. Heat waves, severe heat waves, and warm night conditions will likely continue for the next 2-3 days, especially in parts of western and northern Rajasthan. The highest maximum temperature reported in Sri Ganganagar (Rajasthan) is 47.8 degrees Celsius.' 'After the next 24 to 48 hours, pre-monsoon activities will begin in some parts of the state. The monsoon activity has already increased in the last 2 days. In the coming days, conditions are favourable for the monsoon to progress in some parts of eastern and central India. We will see in Rajasthan as well. So, from June 15 to pre-monsoon activities in some parts of East Rajasthan. There will be a rise, and the temperature will drop by 2-4C,' he added. On Thursday, the IMD said that after days of intense heat, a gradual respite in heatwave conditions is likely over Northwest India beginning June 14. Severe heatwave conditions were reported at a few places in West Rajasthan, with isolated areas experiencing extreme temperatures. Heat wave conditions also prevailed in parts of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and isolated pockets of East Rajasthan, South Uttar Pradesh, and Northwest Madhya Pradesh. In its forecast for the maximum temperature, the IMD said that there was no significant change likely over Northwest and Central India during the next three days and predicted a gradual fall by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius thereafter. On Tuesday, IMD official Radheshyam Sharma said that Western Rajasthan, particularly Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, and Bikaner, was experiencing a severe heat wave with temperatures above 47 degrees Celsius. The heat wave is expected to continue for three to four days. 'Strong south-west winds, carrying dust, will prevail in the region for two to three days. Eastern Rajasthan may experience thunderstorm activities from June 15-16, bringing possible relief from the heat. A drop in temperature is expected in eastern Rajasthan around June 18-20 due to thunderstorm activities', Sharma added. On June 10, Sri Ganganagar and Hanumangarh issued orange alerts. Bikaner, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli, and Dholpur issued yellow warnings. (ANI)
New Indian Express
an hour ago
- New Indian Express
Red alert stays as city sizzles at 45.2°C
NEW DELHI: The national capital remained on red alert amid a persistent heat wave, with maximum temperatures reaching up to 45.2 degrees Celsius in some parts of the city on Thursday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert owing to the intense heatwave. The Safdarjung observatory recorded a high of 43.9 degrees Celsius, four degrees above normal, and a minimum of 30.7 degrees Celsius, 2.7 degrees above normal. The Ridge and Ayanagar areas also sizzled at 44.2 degrees Celsius, while Mungeshpur was the hottest at 45.2 degrees Celsius. No rainfall was recorded across the capital, and humidity levels fluctuated between 39% and 73%, adding to the discomfort. According to the IMD's daily forecast, hot and humid weather will persist on June 13, with maximum temperatures expected between 41 and 43 degrees Celsius. Winds from the south and southeast at 10–20 kmph may offer slight respite. However, parts of the city could witness thunderstorms, light rain, or dust storms accompanied by gusty winds up to 60 kmph later in the day.
New Indian Express
an hour ago
- New Indian Express
Monsoon likely to reach Delhi by June 25
NEW DELHI: The capital and Northwest India may get relief from the ongoing heatwave next week as the Southwest Monsoon is likely to advance between June 19 and 25, according to the IMD. Until then, high temperatures and dust storms will persist, especially in Rajasthan. Severe heat has gripped the region, affecting daily life across Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, UP, Madhya Pradesh, and even hill stations like Manali. The IMD forecasts formation of multiple systems that will help monsoon winds spread to most parts of the Northwest region after a week. Upper-air cyclonic circulation and a low pressure area are forming over the north and adjoining central Bay of Bengal. Besides, strong westerly and south-westerly winds are active along the west coast. 'These systems will bring heavy and widespread rainfall over east, northeast, central and adjoining northwest India between June 19 and 25. Extremely heavy rainfall is also likely over Gujarat, Konkan, and Goa during some days of the week,' the IMD said. The heavy and widespread rainfall in the region will bring down the temperature, and the hilly regions may experience below-normal temperatures. Maximum temperatures may dip by 2–4°C over the Northwest and central regions.
