India Braces for Early Summer with Record February Temperatures

The country experienced its warmest February since 1901, with forecasts predicting above-normal heat and increased heatwave days from March to May.

• Delhi recorded its warmest February night in 74 years, with a minimum temperature of 19.5°C on February 27, 2025.
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported February 2025 as the warmest February on record, with a national mean monthly temperature of 22.04°C.
• Above-normal maximum temperatures and an increase in heatwave days are expected across most of India between March and May, according to the IMD.
• Rainfall deficits were noted across the country, with Northwest India experiencing a 70% shortfall in February precipitation.
• Air quality in major cities like Delhi and Mumbai ranged from moderate to poor, with some areas seeing temporary improvements due to rainfall.

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