Overview

• Delhi hit a scorching 40.5°C on March 26, marking its hottest day of 2025 and 6.3°C above normal.
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts 10-12 heatwave days in Northwest India this summer, nearly double the usual 5-6 days.
• Above-normal maximum and minimum temperatures are forecasted for most of India, with some southern and northeastern regions seeing near-normal conditions.
• Temporary relief in North India is expected as northwesterly winds may reduce temperatures by 3-4°C over the next few days.
• The IMD will provide extended-range and daily forecasts for localized heatwave predictions, emphasizing the growing impact of climate change on extreme weather patterns.