Overview
- The India Meteorological Department issued a yellow alert for June 4 and June 5, forecasting light rain with thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds up to 60 kmph.
- Forecast text says a forenoon-to-afternoon spell of light rain and 40–50 kmph winds gusting to 60 kmph is likely, with an additional lighter night or early-morning spell.
- Local weather stations recorded small temperature rises on June 3, with Safdarjung reporting a maximum of about 39.1°C and several sites showing one- to three-degree increases.
- The IMD’s seven-day outlook shows no formal alerts after June 6 and predicts mainly clear skies and rising maximums of 38–41°C by June 7–9.
- Residents should expect only short-term relief from the heat and plan for possible brief disruptions from thunderstorms and strong gusts during the alert period.