Delhi Weather Update: Delhi residents will experience hotter days this week, with the maximum temperature soaring to 40 degrees Celsius. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued yellow alert for heat wave in the national capital for two days. A maximum temperature of 41 degrees Celsius has been predicted for April 8 and 9. Taking this into consideration, a heatwave alert has been issued for both days. According to the IMD, there has been an appreciable rise in maximum temperatures over Delhi-NCR during the past 24 hours. The maximum and minimum temperatures are in the range of 38 to 39°C and 17 to 22°C respectively.
Delhi Weather Update: Forecast For Monday, April 7
Talking about how the weather will be on Monday, April 7, the forecast tells us a maximum temperature of 38 degrees Celsius. The sky will remain mainly clear along with maximum humidity level of 42 per cent. No heatwave condition has been forecasted for today.
Forecast For This Week
The national capital is going to see significant rise in maximum temperature this week (April 7-13). The maximum temperature is expected to soar over 40°C on three days (April 8 ,9, 10). A yellow alert for heatwave has been issued for April 8 and 9. The maximum temperature is expected to remain 41 degrees Celsius on both days. This also marks the first heatwave alert of the season by the IMD. Clear sky conditions have been forecasted until April 9, while the sky will remain partly cloudy on April 10 and 11. Furthermore, the maximum temperature in the upcoming week is expected in the range of 40-41 degrees Celsius.
Precautionary Measures
As the temperature is increasing in Delhi, residents are advised to take precautionary measures to protect themselves from the effects of hot weather. Keeping in view the weather forecast for April 7-13, and heatwave alert, people are advised to take extra care. They should stay hydrated, cover themselves when going outdoors, carry umbrellas and include water-rich fruits and vegetables in their diets. They should refrain from engaging in heavy physical activities during the day.
