The pleasant weather conditions brought by May’s rainfall are now giving way to rising temperatures in Delhi and surrounding areas. The capital city recorded a high of 45 degrees Celsius on Monday, and the heat is expected to persist. Today, Delhi will likely experience a maximum temperature of 44 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 29 degrees Celsius, accompanied by dust storms and a heatwave. The heatwave is forecasted to last until June 12, with a potential for rain and relief from June 13, according to weather predictions.
Uttar Pradesh is currently in the grip of a heatwave. The weather department anticipates dry conditions today in both eastern and western regions of the state. An orange alert has been issued for heatwave conditions in several districts. Rain is expected to return from tomorrow, with a forecast of rain and thunderstorms in 60% of the districts on June 12.
Bihar is unlikely to see any respite from the heat today, but a change in weather is expected later tonight. Heavy rainfall is anticipated from tomorrow, with the monsoon expected to arrive by June 15. Light rain is possible tonight in several districts. Heavy rainfall is expected across the state from tomorrow. Jharkhand will experience a weather change today, with strong winds and rain expected in multiple districts until June 14.
Rajasthan is again facing extreme heat. The highest temperature in the state was recorded in Sri Ganganagar at 47.3 degrees Celsius. The weather department anticipates dry weather and a heatwave in western Rajasthan over the coming week. Light rain accompanied by thunderstorms is expected in the Kota and Bharatpur divisions on June 15-16. Haryana and Punjab are also likely to experience intense heat this week.