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.