Delhi Sees High Temperatures of 43.6°C Amid Dusty Winds, Relief Expected Soon
Mercury again rises, reaches 43.6°C, but escapes heatwave; dusty, gusty winds hit at night
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On Sunday, New Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 43.6°C, which is 3.4°C above normal, though it did not reach heatwave conditions. Dusty winds created haze at night, but relief is forecasted from May 28 due to an active western disturbance expected to bring rain.
- 01The highest temperature recorded in Delhi was 44.6°C at both the Ridge and Ayanagar stations.
- 02The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for potential heatwave conditions until Wednesday.
- 03Dusty gusty winds caused haze in Delhi and nearby regions, but did not disrupt flight operations.
- 04The IMD forecasts isolated drizzle on Monday, with winds reaching up to 60 km/hr.
- 05Delhi's air quality index (AQI) was recorded at 205, categorizing it as 'poor'.
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New Delhi experienced a rise in temperatures on Sunday, reaching 43.6°C, which is 3.4°C above the normal average. The highest temperature recorded in the city was 44.6°C at the Ridge and Ayanagar stations. Despite the high temperatures, the day did not meet the criteria for a heatwave, which requires a maximum temperature of over 40°C with a departure of 4.5°C or more above normal. Dusty winds created haze overnight, but there was no impact on flights at Indira Gandhi International Airport. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted relief starting May 28, with an active western disturbance expected to bring light rain across northwest India. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for potential heatwave conditions until Wednesday, and isolated drizzle is forecasted for Monday. Additionally, Delhi's air quality remains in the 'poor' category with an air quality index (AQI) of 205.
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The high temperatures and poor air quality can affect residents' health and comfort levels in Delhi.
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