India
-Swastika Sruti
Delhi faced another harsh day as the maximum temperature touched 43.6 degrees Celsius, 3.4 degrees above normal.
Delhi’s maximum temperature reached 43.6°C, 3.4°C above normal, with IMD issuing a yellow alert for continued heatwave conditions and strong winds over the next three days; the city’s AQI was recorded as 205 (‘poor’).
The India Meteorological Department reported that the minimum temperature was 28.4 degrees Celsius, also above the long-term average, indicating persistent heatwave-like conditions across many neighbourhoods in the national capital.
Weather stations across Delhi-NCR registered temperatures higher than usual through the day. The Ridge and Ayanagar stations reported the highest maximum at 44.6 degrees Celsius each.
Lodhi Road logged 43.8 degrees Celsius, followed by Palam at 43.7 degrees Celsius and Safdarjung at 43.6 degrees Celsius, with departures from normal between 2.3 and 4.8 degrees.
Delhi weather forecast highlights extended heatwave conditions
The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Delhi, warning of strong surface winds and heatwave conditions during the afternoon and evening hours over the next three days. For Monday, the department expects the maximum temperature to stay close to 44 degrees Celsius, while the minimum is likely near 30 degrees Celsius.
Forecasts for the coming week point to very hot afternoons, with some relief expected later. Main conditions include mostly clear skies at first, followed by partly cloudy or generally cloudy weather on some days. Heatwave conditions are likely at isolated locations, alongside periods of strong surface winds and brief spells of light rain with thunderstorms.
Delhi weather forecast and temperature trends for next seven days
| Date | Max Temp (°C) | Min Temp (°C) | Weather forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24.05.2026 | 43.6 | 28.7 | Mainly clear sky. Heatwave conditions at isolated places. Strong surface winds 25-35 kmph, gusting to 45 kmph during the day. |
| 25.05.2026 | 43-45 | 29-31 | Mainly clear sky becoming partly cloudy in afternoon. Heatwave conditions at isolated places. Strong winds 20-30 kmph, gusting to 40 kmph. Very light rain or drizzle with thunderstorm, lightning and duststorm possible in afternoon to evening with gusts 40-60 kmph. |
| 26.05.2026 | 43-45 | 28-30 | Mainly clear sky. Heatwave conditions at isolated places. Strong surface winds 20-30 kmph, gusting to 40 kmph. |
| 27.05.2026 | 43-45 | 28-30 | Mainly clear sky. Heatwave conditions at isolated places. Strong surface winds 20-30 kmph, gusting to 40 kmph. |
| 28.05.2026 | 41-43 | 29-31 | Partly cloudy sky. Very light to light rain with thunderstorm and lightning likely in evening/night with gusty winds 40-50 kmph. |
| 29.05.2026 | 35-37 | 28-30 | Generally cloudy sky. Very light to light rain with thunderstorm and lightning, gusty winds 40-50 kmph. |
| 30.05.2026 | 35-37 | 24-26 | Generally cloudy sky. Very light to light rain with thunderstorm and lightning conditions expected. |
Delhi weather stays hot with high night temperatures and dry air
Night and early morning conditions also remained warmer than usual at most observatories. Safdarjung recorded a minimum of 28.7 degrees Celsius, while Ridge reported 27.2 degrees Celsius and Palam 27.6 degrees Celsius. Lodhi Road noted 26.8 degrees Celsius and Ayanagar 26.3 degrees Celsius, with departures from normal ranging between minus 0.4 and plus 2 degrees.
Humidity levels fluctuated through the day, adding to the discomfort along with the high temperatures. Relative humidity moved between 37 per cent and 18 per cent, creating dry conditions, especially in the afternoon. Such low moisture, combined with strong winds and intense sunshine, can increase heat stress for people outdoors in Delhi-NCR.
Air Quality Also Remains Concerning
Air quality also remained a concern for Delhi residents alongside the heat. The Central Pollution Control Board reported an Air Quality Index reading of 205 at 4 pm, placing the city in the ‘poor’ category.
CPCB standards classify 0-50 as ‘good’, 51-100 as ‘satisfactory’, 101-200 as ‘moderate’, 201-300 as ‘poor’, 301-400 as ‘very poor’, and 401-500 as ‘severe’.
Health experts warn that such weather raises the chances of heat-related illness, particularly for people working outside for long hours.
Those doing heavy physical labour, along with infants, elderly individuals and people with chronic diseases, face greater risk. Limiting exposure during peak afternoon hours and seeking shade whenever possible can help reduce strain on the body.
Guidelines advise wearing loose, light-coloured cotton clothes and keeping the head covered with a cloth, hat or similar protection.
People are urged to drink water often, even without feeling thirsty, to avoid dehydration in these conditions. Authorities also recommend keeping fire extinguishers ready at home and in vehicles as a precaution during this hot, dry spell.
