Delhi simmers at 44.6°C as heatwave grills north India. See station-wise temperatures here
Delhi is experiencing extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 44.6°C amid a persistent heatwave affecting northern India. The India Meteorological Department has warned that heatwave conditions are expected to continue for at least another week. In response to the rising temperatures, regional administrations are implementing emergency measures to manage the increased demand for electricity.
- ▪Delhi recorded a temperature of 44.6°C, with several areas nearing 45°C.
- ▪The heatwave is affecting multiple states in northern, central, and western India.
- ▪An orange alert has been issued for severe heatwave conditions in Delhi, Punjab, Chandigarh, and Haryana for May 25-27.
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Delhi simmers at 44.6°C as heatwave grills north India. See station-wise temperatures hereSeveral states of northern, central and western India are currently locked in the grip of a punishing heatwave. Updated on: May 24, 2026 7:25 PM ISTEdited by Sana FaziliShare viaCopy link The scorching summer heat has engulfed Delhi with no respite expected for the next one week. The mercury hovered around 44 degrees Celsius in most parts of the national capital amid continued heatwave that has gripped north India over the past several days.Delhi heatwave: People seen covering their head and face with cloth to protect themselves from heatwave on a hot summer day in Delhi-NCR (HT Photos )Several states of northern, central and western India are currently locked in the grip of a punishing heatwave,…
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