Intense Heatwave Forecasted for Delhi and Northwest India Amid Heavy Rain in the South
Heatwave likely to return to Delhi, northwest India; heavy rain in south
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North and Central India are set to experience a resurgence of heatwave conditions starting Monday, with temperatures in Delhi expected to reach up to 44 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall is forecasted for southern and northeastern regions, particularly in Kerala and Coastal Karnataka.
- 01The India Meteorological Department predicts a heatwave in Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, and parts of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh starting Monday.
- 02Temperatures in Delhi may rise to between 41 and 44 degrees Celsius, with isolated areas likely experiencing heatwave conditions.
- 03West Rajasthan is particularly vulnerable to prolonged heatwave conditions over the coming days.
- 04Heavy rainfall is expected in southern India, especially in Kerala and Coastal Karnataka, with extremely heavy rain predicted in isolated areas.
- 05Northeastern states are also forecasted to receive widespread rainfall, with heavy showers anticipated in several regions.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for a new heatwave affecting North and Central India, starting Monday. Regions including Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, and parts of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh are expected to see temperatures rise by 2-3 degrees Celsius over the next few days. In Delhi, maximum temperatures could reach between 41 and 44 degrees Celsius, increasing the likelihood of heatwave conditions in isolated areas. West Rajasthan is particularly at risk of sustained heatwave conditions, while parts of Himachal Pradesh may also experience unusually high temperatures. In contrast, southern and northeastern India are bracing for heavy rainfall as the southwest monsoon progresses. The IMD forecasts widespread rain in Kerala, Coastal Karnataka, and the Northeast, with extremely heavy rainfall expected in localized areas. This stark contrast in weather patterns highlights the diverse climatic challenges facing different regions of India as the monsoon season unfolds.
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Residents in Delhi and northwest India should prepare for extreme heat, which can affect health and daily activities.
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