44°C In Delhi-NCR; When Will Residents Get Relief From Heatwave? IMD Predicts Rain And Temperature Drop Soon

Delhi faced another harsh day as the maximum temperature touched 43.6 degrees Celsius, 3.4 degrees above normal.

The India Meteorological Department reported that the minimum temperature was 28.4 degrees Celsius, also above the long-term average, indicating persistent heatwave-like conditions across many neighbourhoods in the national capital.

Weather stations across Delhi-NCR registered temperatures higher than usual through the day. The Ridge and Ayanagar stations reported the highest maximum at 44.6 degrees Celsius each.

Lodhi Road logged 43.8 degrees Celsius, followed by Palam at 43.7 degrees Celsius and Safdarjung at 43.6 degrees Celsius, with departures from normal between 2.3 and 4.8 degrees.

Delhi weather forecast highlights extended heatwave conditions

The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Delhi, warning of strong surface winds and heatwave conditions during the afternoon and evening hours over the next three days. For Monday, the department expects the maximum temperature to stay close to 44 degrees Celsius, while the minimum is likely near 30 degrees Celsius.

Forecasts for the coming week point to very hot afternoons, with some relief expected later. Main conditions include mostly clear skies at first, followed by partly cloudy or generally cloudy weather on some days. Heatwave conditions are likely at isolated locations, alongside periods of strong surface winds and brief spells of light rain with thunderstorms.

Delhi weather forecast and temperature trends for next seven days

Delhi weather stays hot with high night temperatures and dry air

Night and early morning conditions also remained warmer than usual at most observatories. Safdarjung recorded a minimum of 28.7 degrees Celsius, while Ridge reported 27.2 degrees Celsius and Palam 27.6 degrees Celsius. Lodhi Road noted 26.8 degrees Celsius and Ayanagar 26.3 degrees Celsius, with departures from normal ranging between minus 0.4 and plus 2 degrees.

Humidity levels fluctuated through the day, adding to the discomfort along with the high temperatures. Relative humidity moved between 37 per cent and 18 per cent, creating dry conditions, especially in the afternoon. Such low moisture, combined with strong winds and intense sunshine, can increase heat stress for people outdoors in Delhi-NCR.

Air Quality Also Remains Concerning

Air quality also remained a concern for Delhi residents alongside the heat. The Central Pollution Control Board reported an Air Quality Index reading of 205 at 4 pm, placing the city in the 'poor' category.

CPCB standards classify 0-50 as 'good', 51-100 as 'satisfactory', 101-200 as 'moderate', 201-300 as 'poor', 301-400 as 'very poor', and 401-500 as 'severe'.

Health experts warn that such weather raises the chances of heat-related illness, particularly for people working outside for long hours.

Those doing heavy physical labour, along with infants, elderly individuals and people with chronic diseases, face greater risk. Limiting exposure during peak afternoon hours and seeking shade whenever possible can help reduce strain on the body.

Guidelines advise wearing loose, light-coloured cotton clothes and keeping the head covered with a cloth, hat or similar protection.

People are urged to drink water often, even without feeling thirsty, to avoid dehydration in these conditions. Authorities also recommend keeping fire extinguishers ready at home and in vehicles as a precaution during this hot, dry spell.