Heatwave Continues, Rains Elude North India Till May End

Severe heatwaves continue to scorch several northwestern states, with temperatures remaining above 40 degrees Celsius. The Indian Metrological Department (IMD) has forecast that Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan will remain rainless until May 31. Meanwhile, isolated rainfall is expected in Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, and Uttarakhand. The IMD has issued a red alert for severe heatwave in parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Chandigarh till May 29.

2024 Monsoon Brings Relief Amid Intense Heat in India

The eagerly anticipated 2024 Monsoon is set to arrive in Kerala on May 31, bringing much-needed relief from the scorching heat that has gripped most of India. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a ±4 day margin of error. The monsoon has already advanced into parts of the South Arabian Sea, Maldives, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and Andaman Sea. Favorable conditions are in place for its further progression into the southern Bay of Bengal, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and parts of the east-central region within the next two days. Meanwhile, North India remains on high alert for a severe heatwave, with maximum temperatures exceeding 45 degrees Celsius. The heatwave conditions are expected to persist until May 25 in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh.

Severe Heatwave Alert Issued for North India

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of an impending severe heatwave across several states in North India, including Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh. The warning comes after a scorching May 21, when maximum temperatures soared beyond 45 degrees Celsius in these regions.

The weather office stated that heatwave to severe heatwave conditions are expected in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh until May 25. Additionally, Jammu, Himachal Pradesh, Gujarat, and parts of Madhya Pradesh will also experience heatwave conditions until May 25, while Maharashtra is forecasted to face similar conditions until May 24.

Extreme Heatwave Scorches North India, Temperatures Soar to Unprecedented Levels

North India, particularly Haryana and Delhi, has been experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures reaching extreme highs. Najafgarh, situated in the capital, recorded the country’s highest temperature on Monday at 47.4 degrees Celsius. Extensive areas of Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, Chandigarh, and Uttar Pradesh have been affected by the scorching heat, with temperatures frequently exceeding 45 degrees Celsius. This heatwave has significantly disrupted daily life, prompting many individuals to stay indoors during the hottest hours of the day. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a warning, highlighting the prevalence of heatwave conditions in various regions and predicting their continuation for the upcoming five days.

Delhi Sizzles as IMD Issues Red Heatwave Alert

North India, particularly Delhi, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, will endure a severe heatwave until May 21, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Delhi is expected to experience extreme heat on Sunday, with temperatures reaching 44 degrees Celsius and a red alert issued for the city. The IMD has also issued an orange alert for several other states and a yellow alert for Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Odisha, warning of heatwave-like conditions.

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