The recent spell of May rains brought a welcome respite, but Delhi is now grappling with soaring temperatures. Monday saw the mercury hit 45 degrees Celsius, and the heat is expected to persist. The National Capital Region (NCR) is bearing the brunt of the intense sun and clear skies. The forecast includes a high of 44 degrees Celsius and a low of 29 degrees Celsius, along with potential dust storms and a heatwave lasting until June 12th. The weather department anticipates rainfall starting June 13th.
Uttar Pradesh is currently experiencing oppressive heat. Today’s weather will be dry across both eastern and western UP. The weather department has issued an orange alert for heatwave conditions in several districts, including Lalitpur, Jhansi, and Agra. Rain is predicted to return from tomorrow, with a thunderstorm alert for many districts on June 12th.
Bihar is unlikely to find relief from the heat today, but a weather change is anticipated later tonight. Heavy rainfall is expected to accompany the monsoon from tomorrow, with an estimated arrival date of June 15th. Light rain may occur tonight in certain areas, including West Champaran and Kishanganj. Heavy showers are forecast for the entire state from tomorrow. Jharkhand will experience a change in weather today, with strong winds and the possibility of rain expected in various districts between today and June 14th.
Rajasthan is once again facing extreme heat, with deserted streets during the afternoons due to the heatwave. Sri Ganganagar recorded the highest temperature at 47.3 degrees Celsius. The weather department predicts dry conditions and a heatwave for western Rajasthan throughout the upcoming week. Kota and Bharatpur divisions might see light rain with thunderstorms on June 15-16. Haryana and Punjab are also expecting intense heat this week.