New Delhi Faces 42.2°C Heat on Thursday with 17% Chance of Rain

NEW DELHI — Residents in New Delhi experienced a combination of scorching heat and a possibility of relief on Thursday, 25 June 2026, as temperatures peaked at 42.2°C alongside a 17 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms.

The minimum temperature for the day remained high, settling at 34.2°C. Weather conditions on Thursday afternoon at 03:08 PM indicated that while the actual air temperature was high, the atmospheric conditions made it feel like 37.3°C.

The day's atmospheric pressure was recorded at approximately 100.3 kPa, with humidity levels hovering at 35 percent. Winds were blowing from the southwest at 14.8 km/h, with gusts measured up to 17 km/h. Visibility across the capital was maintained at 5 kilometers.

Despite the high temperatures, the capital enjoyed clean air, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 44, which falls under the "good" category. However, the solar radiation was strong, with the UV index reaching 6.3. Sunrise on Thursday was at 05:24 AM, and sunset was expected at 07:22 PM.

The heat is projected to rise further as the week progresses. For Friday, 26 June 2026, the temperature range is forecast to be between 42.2°C and 34.2°C, though some estimates suggest a range of 44.5°C to 36°C. By Saturday, 27 June, the maximum temperature is expected to reach 44.5°C with a minimum of 36°C.

The peak of the heatwave is expected on Sunday, 28 June, when temperatures are forecast to hit a high of 45.3°C and a minimum of 37.5°C. Following the weekend, temperatures will slightly decline but remain high, with Monday, 29 June, projected to reach 44.1°C and Tuesday, 30 June, expected to see a maximum of 43.4°C. Both days are forecast to have a minimum temperature of 35.9°C.

The start of July will bring a very gradual cooling trend. On Wednesday, 01 July, the temperature is forecast to be 43°C, followed by 42.8°C on Thursday, 02 July, with the minimum temperature dropping to 30.5°C.