Chandigarh: India is bracing for a spell of intense summer heat, with meteorological forecasts indicating a significant rise in temperatures across several regions in the coming days. Experts suggest that the season may turn out to be hotter than usual, with prolonged heatwave conditions expected in multiple states.
The India Meteorological Department has attributed the rising temperatures to clear skies, dry winds and a lack of active western disturbances, which typically bring relief during this period. As a result, daytime temperatures in many parts of the country are already hovering between 40°C and 43°C, with further escalation likely.
In the northern belt, including Chandigarh, Punjab, Haryana and Delhi, weather conditions are expected to remain partly cloudy for the next couple of days. However, forecasts indicate a sharp spike thereafter, with temperatures potentially climbing to 43–45°C within the next week.
Meanwhile, hilly regions such as Himachal Pradesh are likely to experience a contrasting weather pattern, with rainfall and snowfall predicted in higher altitudes over the next few days under a yellow alert.
States including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan are already witnessing severe heat, with several locations recording temperatures above 42°C. Parts of southern India are also experiencing rising heat levels, prompting warnings from weather agencies.
Meteorologists have cautioned that temperatures in some regions are currently running 4 to 8 degrees above the seasonal average, raising concerns about the intensity and duration of the summer ahead. The prolonged heat could have implications for public health, agriculture and power consumption.
Authorities have urged people to take precautions, including staying hydrated, limiting outdoor activities during peak hours and being alert to symptoms of heat-related illnesses, as the country prepares for a challenging summer season.
