Delhi Experiences Hottest May Night in 14 Years
Delhi records warmest May night in nearly 14 years
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On May 25, 2026, Delhi recorded its warmest night in nearly 14 years, with a minimum temperature of 32.4°C, significantly above the seasonal average. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions as the city anticipates a maximum temperature of around 44°C.
- 01The minimum temperature of 32.4°C on May 25, 2026, is 5.7°C above the normal for the season.
- 02The last occurrence of a higher minimum temperature in May was on May 26, 2012, at 32.5°C.
- 03Palam recorded a minimum temperature of 30.5°C, while Ayanagar reached 32°C, both significantly above normal.
- 04The IMD issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions, predicting a maximum temperature of approximately 44°C.
- 05Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) was measured at 206, categorized as 'poor' on the morning of May 25, 2026.
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Delhi experienced its warmest night in nearly 14 years on May 25, 2026, with a minimum temperature recorded at 32.4°C, which is 5.7°C above the seasonal average, as reported by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This temperature is the highest for May since May 26, 2012, when it reached 32.5°C. Other areas in the city also reported elevated temperatures, with Palam at 30.5°C and Ayanagar at 32°C, both above normal. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions, predicting a maximum temperature of around 44°C for the day. Additionally, the city faced mild dust storms the previous evening, which contributed to a deterioration in air quality, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 206, indicating 'poor' air quality. The IMD defines a warm night as one where the minimum temperature is significantly above normal, highlighting the unusual weather patterns affecting Delhi this May.
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The extreme temperatures and poor air quality may affect residents' health and comfort levels, especially vulnerable populations.
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