Heatwave Alert: IMD Predicts 42°C in Delhi, Severe Conditions in North India This Week

Heatwave Alert: Delhi is set to experience intense heat in the coming days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a significant rise in temperatures on April 7 and 8.

The maximum temperature is expected to range between 40°C and 42°C. Along with Delhi, other northern states such as Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh are also on alert for heatwave conditions throughout the week.

For Saturday, Delhi’s weather forecast includes strong surface winds and the possibility of isolated heatwave conditions in certain areas. On Friday, the capital recorded a maximum temperature of 38.4°C, which was 4.4°C above the usual for this time of year, while the minimum temperature was 18.8°C, according to the MeT department.

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In addition, hot and humid weather is likely to prevail over Gujarat state from April 5 to April 10, and over Konkan & Goa from April 5 to April 9, 2025.

"The days to come will get winds with a prominent westerly component. During summers, westerly winds become warm and dry, so the maximum temperature will increase, and there are fair chances of heatwaves or isolated heatwaves over the next few days," explained Mahesh Palawat, vice president, meteorology and climate change, Skymet.

Delhi heatwave forecast

According to the regional meteorological centre in New Delhi, a heatwave is likely to prevail in the national capital from April 5 to April 8.

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On April 5, maximum temperatures are expected to range between 38 and 40 degrees Celsius, while minimum temperatures may remain between 18 and 20 degree Celsius.

On April 6, the heat may intensify slightly, with maximums between 39 and 41degree Celsius and minimums between 19 and 21 degree Celsius.

The temperature is expected to rise further on April 7, reaching maximums of 40 to 42 degrees Celsius and minimums of 20 to 22 degree Celsius.

The same temperature pattern is likely to continue on April 8, with highs between 40 and 42 degrees Celsius and lows ranging from 21 to 23 degree Celsius. While the daytime heatwave condition is expected to persist throughout the period, no warm night condition is likely during this time.

On April 9 and 10, the maximum temperatures are likely to settle between 39 to 41 degrees Celsius.

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