Severe heat is plaguing North India, with Delhi and several other states experiencing scorching temperatures. The monsoon’s progress has slowed. Temperatures in many parts of the country have soared above 45 degrees Celsius. In the capital, Delhi, the heat has rendered cooling systems ineffective. Uttar Pradesh is also grappling with elevated temperatures.
The capital is expected to see a maximum temperature of 43 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 27 degrees Celsius today. Dust-laden winds and heat waves are anticipated during the day. The weather is forecast to change this evening, with thunderstorms and light rain late at night. Rainfall is expected in Delhi from June 13 to 16, potentially offering significant relief to Delhi NCR residents.
In Uttar Pradesh, some areas may experience light showers while others endure heat waves. The weather department suggests that Uttar Pradesh might see the monsoon arrive by June 15, offering hope of relief. Bihar and Jharkhand face contrasting weather patterns. While Bihar saw heavy rainfall in some districts, other parts continue to bake. Jharkhand is predicted to experience thunderstorms, strong winds, and lightning across the state.
Rajasthan is battling a severe heatwave, while Madhya Pradesh has issued heat alerts. Punjab and Haryana are also expecting rising temperatures due to dry, hot winds. Rajasthan is under a severe heatwave, but the weather is expected to change soon, with rain expected in four districts on June 14. Madhya Pradesh has issued an orange alert for heat waves in several districts and a yellow alert for rain in others.
Heavy rainfall is anticipated in Central Karnataka today. Coastal and interior Karnataka are also expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall. Eastern and Northern Tamil Nadu are under a very heavy rainfall warning. Heavy rainfall is also likely in Andhra Pradesh and Yanam. Maharashtra is expected to experience heavy rainfall in several parts of the state over the next 4-5 days.