Mercury will touch 40 - 41 degrees Celsius in Delhi as Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast heat wave conditions from April 10. Delhi may witness thunderstorm and rain activities for next three days. Maximum temperature recorded at 39.5 degree Celsius and minimum temperature recorded 22 degree Celsius
According to the IMD, recorded temperatures were the highest in Palam at 40°C, followed by 39.4°C in sports complex and 39.3°C in Ridge area of the NCR.
In its weekly weather forecast, IMD marked April 10, 11 and 12 with heat wave sign implies that Delhi may witness severe heat waves. The IMD also highlighted the possibility of a dust storm in the city, with wind speeds exceeding 30 to 40 kmph.
Maximum and minimum temperatures across much of north India are likely to be above-normal for the next 14 days, The Times of India quoted an IMD official as saying. Temperatures in the national Capital Region may also be 3-5°C above normal until April 10.
IMD also indicate that heat wave conditions are likely over many parts of the country like Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and some southern Indian States.