Explained: Why Is It So Hot In Delhi And What You Should Do To Stay Safe

The extreme heat in Delhi is part of a broader heatwave affecting large parts of northern and central India.

Delhi is currently experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures forecasted to reach a staggering 46 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature in the capital was recorded at 29.2 degrees Celsius, which is 2.6 degrees above the normal. Relative humidity was measured at 48 per cent at 8:30 am today. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted mainly clear skies with strong surface winds, compounding the severe heatwave conditions.

But why is it so hot in the national capital?

The extreme heat in Delhi is part of a broader heatwave affecting large parts of northern and central India. On Sunday, temperatures soared to an unprecedented 50 degrees Celsius in Rajasthan's Phalodi. This is the highest temperature recorded in India since June 2019, when Churu, another city in Rajasthan, hit 50.8 degrees Celsius.