Overview

• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts above-normal maximum and minimum temperatures across most parts of India in May 2025.
• Heatwave days are expected to increase by one to four days in key states, including Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Gangetic West Bengal.
• Additional regions like Gujarat, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Telangana, and north Karnataka are also likely to experience heightened heatwave activity.
• Despite the intense heat, normal to above-normal rainfall and occasional thunderstorms are forecast for many areas, potentially offering short-term relief.
• Warmer nights with above-normal minimum temperatures are anticipated, compounding heat stress during the month.