Delhi temperature may touch 45 degrees celsius next week as IMD predicts heatwave across north India
Delhi is expected to experience a prolonged heatwave starting May 18, with temperatures potentially reaching 45°C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The heatwave conditions are likely to persist across north India, including Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and parts of Uttar Pradesh. Minimum temperatures in Delhi are also forecast to remain above normal during this period.
- ▪The IMD predicts maximum temperatures in Delhi will range between 43°C and 45°C from May 18 to May 20.
- ▪Heatwave conditions are expected in Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and isolated parts of Uttar Pradesh from May 18 to May 23.
- ▪Northwesterly dry and hot winds from central Pakistan and Rajasthan are contributing to the rising temperatures across north India.
- ▪The IMD has not issued a colour-coded alert despite the forecasted severe weather conditions.
- ▪Similar heatwave conditions are also predicted for Rajasthan, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, and Chhattisgarh over the same period.
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Delhi temperature may touch 45 degrees Celsius next week as IMD predicts heatwave across north IndiaAccording to the weather department, a prolonged spell of heatwave is expected starting Monday, with maximum temperature expected to reach 45 degrees Celsius.Updated on: May 17, 2026 4:35 PM ISTBy Arya MishraShare viaCopy link The mercury in Delhi may soar well above 40 degrees Celsius over the next week, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting a heatwave for the capital.The minimum temperature is also expected to be above normal at most places over Delhi.
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