North India Endures Heat Wave: 21 Cities Hit Temperatures Above 42°C

North India faces extreme heat with 21 cities, including Delhi, recording temps over 42°C. High temperatures result from low wind speeds, with Barmer reaching a record 45.6°C.

A significant heat wave is affecting North India, with 21 cities across five states recording temperatures above 42 degrees Celsius. Notably, the national capital, Delhi, is expected to experience extreme heat for the next three days. The states impacted include Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and even Odisha.

The recent spike in temperatures, especially during the first week of April, shows extreme deviations, with increases ranging from over three to 6.9 degrees Celsius in various cities. The decrease in wind speed, particularly in Delhi, is cited as a contributing factor to these high temperatures.

The meteorological office reported that the expected surface wind speed will be between 8-10 km/h in the morning, decreasing to 4-6 km/h in the afternoon and further declining to less than 8 km/h during the evening and night. Such low wind speeds intensify the heat effects.

In Rajasthan, Barmer has hit record-breaking temperatures, reaching 45.6 degrees Celsius on Sunday, marking the highest ever recorded in early April. This marks a significant 6.8 degrees deviation from the usual temperature for this time of year.

In summary, North India is grappling with a severe heat wave, with temperatures exceeding 42 degrees Celsius in numerous cities. Factors like reduced wind speed are exacerbating the situation, particularly in Delhi. Notably, Barmer in Rajasthan has registered record-high temperatures for this period, signaling unusual weather patterns in the region.

Original Source: www.ndtv.com