Tag: Heatwave

A weather station in Delhi's Mungeshpur has recorded a temperature of 52.9 degrees Celsius, the highest ever reported in India. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is currently investigating the accuracy of this reading, as it significantly exceeds the temperatures recorded at other stations across the city.

Delhi is experiencing scorching temperatures, with several parts of the city surpassing 47 degrees Celsius, leading to a 'red alert' being issued for the next five days by the weather office. This extreme heatwave has prompted significant measures from authorities, including the closure of schools and heightened care for both people and animals.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced a relief from the heatwave that has gripped the nation, with the exception of West Rajasthan and Kerala which remain hotspots. While West Rajasthan is still under a heatwave alert, the IMD has downgraded it to a yellow alert due to mitigating factors. The change in weather is attributed to a strong moisture flow from the Bay of Bengal, which is expected to bring thunderstorm activity across various regions.

The regional meteorological department has issued a heatwave warning for north interior Tamil Nadu, indicating scorching temperatures and challenging conditions for residents and travelers alike. The advisory comes as many parts of Tamil Nadu experience intense heat, with temperatures soaring between 38 and 42.5 degrees Celsius.

The heatwave in Bengaluru shows no signs of relenting as the city experienced scorching temperatures on Saturday, hitting 38 degrees Celsius. This marks the highest temperature recorded so far this year and the second-highest in the last eight years.