Delhi recorded 38.5C on Sunday, June 14, while the India Meteorological Department forecast rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds for Monday. The update follows a stretch of unstable pre-monsoon weather across Delhi-NCR.
Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 38.5C on Sunday, even as the India Meteorological Department forecast rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds for Monday.
The temperature was reported as 1.4C below the seasonal average, but the hot reading still came after several days of unstable pre-monsoon weather across Delhi-NCR.
The forecast matters for commuters, outdoor workers and residents who may face brief disruption if thunderstorms and gusty winds move into the city on Monday.
What IMD forecast
According to the reports, IMD is expecting rain and gusty winds on Monday, June 15, along with thunderstorms.
The forecast is short-range and could change if IMD issues updated bulletins before or during the day.
Recent weather pattern
The new warning follows a turbulent spell in Delhi-NCR earlier in the week, when IMD issued a red alert for thunderstorms, strong winds and heavy rain in parts of the region.
That earlier episode brought rain and gusty winds, with reported wind speeds of 60 to 70 kmph and gusts up to 80 kmph in some areas.
For now, the immediate question is whether Monday’s rain reaches Delhi city itself, how strong the winds become, and whether temperatures ease after Sunday’s heat.
What to watch next
The main developments to monitor are any IMD upgrade or cancellation of the forecast, reports of rain or damage, and whether Monday brings measurable relief from the heat.
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