Chandigarh Experiences Rising Temperatures; IMD Predicts Further Increases
Chandigarh: Mercury crosses 40°C;expect further rise according to IMD

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Chandigarh's maximum temperature has surpassed 40°C again, with forecasts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) indicating a gradual rise in temperatures over the coming days. Rain is expected to return by Thursday, providing some relief from the heat.
- 01The maximum temperature in Chandigarh rose from 40.6°C to 40.9°C over the weekend, which is 1°C above normal.
- 02Earlier this week, temperatures had exceeded 44°C for two consecutive days.
- 03The Air Quality Index (AQI) fluctuated, reaching 100 on Friday due to dust storms, but improved to 74 by Sunday.
- 04The minimum temperature dropped to 24°C on Sunday, which is 1.5°C below normal.
- 05IMD predicts maximum temperatures will hover around 42°C in the coming days, with minimums between 24°C and 25°C.
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Chandigarh has seen its maximum temperature rise past 40°C again after a brief dip below this threshold. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the maximum temperature increased from 40.6°C on Saturday to 40.9°C on Sunday, which is 1°C above the normal range. This rise follows a period earlier in the week when temperatures exceeded 44°C for two consecutive days. The IMD forecasts that temperatures will continue to increase, potentially reaching 44°C again before a fresh western disturbance is expected to bring rain by Thursday. Additionally, the Air Quality Index (AQI) of Chandigarh was affected by dust storms, peaking at 100 on Friday, categorizing it as moderate, but improved to 74 by Sunday, indicating satisfactory air quality. The minimum temperature also fell to 24°C on Sunday, which is 1.5°C below normal. Over the next three days, maximum temperatures are projected to stabilize around 42°C, with minimums ranging between 24°C and 25°C.
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Residents may experience discomfort due to rising temperatures and potential air quality issues.
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