Scorch heats continues in Delhi, mercury rises to 19.2 Deg C

New Delhi, Apr 13 (UNI) For the third consecutive day today, hot summer conditions left Delhiites scorching, with the mercury rising to 39.2 Degrees Celsius.

The scorching heat forced Delhiites to confine themselves in the comfort of their homes and offices as the maximum temperature, continuing its increasing trend since Wednesday, rose to 39.2 Degrees Celsius, from 38.6 Degrees Celsius yesterday.

The minimum was also recorded at 22 Degrees Celsius, two degrees above normal.

The hot conditions could intensify in the coming days with the weathermen forecasting day temperatures in Delhi and other parts of Northwest India to remain at four to five degrees above normal in Delhi and other parts of Northwest India during the next three to four days.

''The current meteorological analysis suggests that the day temperatures are likely to remain 4-5 Degrees Celsius above normal over parts of Northwest India during the next three-four days,''the weather office said.

The met office has forecast a mainly clear sky in Delhi during the next 24 hours with dust and haze likely in some areas.

They have also forecast a rise in maximum temperature to 40 Degrees Celsius tomorrow.

UNI