Delhi, India, forecast to reach 37°C under strong sunshine

Temperatures to rise as strong sunshine continues for eight days

From September 23 through September 30, temperatures in India are expected to rise as strong sunshine combines with warm air. Skies will be generally clear, allowing sunshine to warm the surface, while warm air of +18°C or higher around 1,500 m above the ground is spreading widely from the Arabian Sea and continues to warm areas near the surface. This pattern is expected to continue.

Outlook for locations

During this period, strong sunshine and warm air are expected to continue. Delhi is forecast to reach 37°C from September 23 through 26, with humidity ranging from 27% to 39%, resulting in dry heat. Chennai is forecast to reach 36°C from September 24 through 29, with humidity of 51% to 59%. Temperatures in Lucknow are forecast at 26–33°C and in Mumbai at 31–32°C; neither is expected to reach 35°C.

Avoid going out during the day as much as possible. Drink water frequently, and take measures to protect yourself from the heat, such as improving ventilation indoors.