Delhi is under the grip of an unrelenting heatwave, with temperatures soaring to 45.2°C on Monday. The weather department predicts some respite from the blistering heat after June 19. A 'red' alert has been issued for the national capital and will remain in effect for today, Tuesday, with temperatures expected to reach 45°C.
When will Delhi get relief from the scorching heat?
The weather department forecasts clear skies with the possibility of severe heat conditions across many regions in Delhi today. Gusty surface winds are also expected during the day. According to IMD's seven-day forecast, some relief is expected in the national capital from Wednesday onwards.
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The weather department indicates that after June 19, Wednesday, a fresh Western Disturbance will move towards North-West India, impacting the national capital with expected relief. On Wednesday and Thursday, the city is likely to be on 'yellow' alert, while Friday and Saturday could see a 'green' alert.
Heatwave wreaks havoc in Delhi
Most places in Delhi recorded severe heat conditions, while the capital's primary weather station at Safdarjung Observatory noted a maximum temperature of 45.2°C, which is 6.4°C above the seasonal average. Monday morning also started off hot, with the minimum temperature recorded at 33°C, 5.5°C above normal.
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The Palam weather station recorded a high of 46°C, which is 7°C above the norm, while the Lodhi Road, Ridge, and Aya Nagar observatories noted 45.6°C, 46.3°C, and 46.4°C, respectively. Najafgarh Observatory reported a maximum temperature of 46.3°C, 7°C above the typical.
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Heat conditions are met when the maximum temperature in plains reaches at least 40°C, 37°C in coastal areas, and 30°C in hilly regions, and a deviation of at least 4.5°C from the normal is noted. A severe heatwave is declared when the deviation exceeds 6.4°C from the average. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) employs a four-color code for weather warnings - green (no action needed), yellow (stay updated and monitor), orange (be prepared), and red (take action).
