Today: Extreme Heat Bakes Delhi and Chennai as Rain Drenches Lucknow

Delhi Bakes Under Extreme Heat

Delhi is forecast to reach a high of 35°C and a low of 25°C today, with an Extreme Heat rating under mostly clear skies. Rainfall stays negligible at 0mm with only a 10% chance of any shower.

A high-pressure system is expected to remain nearly stationary from late morning through evening. The heatstroke index is rated Caution, and outdoor activity suitability is rated Poor. Winds stay light at 3 m/s from a direction of 6 degrees, and driving conditions are rated Excellent. The clothing index suggests short sleeves, and air quality remains in the Good category today.

Heavy Rain Drenches Lucknow Today

Lucknow's forecast calls for rain today, with a high of just 26°C and a low of 24°C. Precipitation is expected to reach 102mm with a 90% chance of rain, and humidity is at 90%, so commuters should carry an umbrella or rain gear.

A low-pressure system is expected to move north from late morning through evening. Driving conditions are rated No major issues, and air quality stays in the Excellent category for the day. Winds blow at 6 m/s from a direction of 2 degrees. The clothing index suggests short sleeves, and outdoor activity suitability is rated Poor for the day.

Chennai and Mumbai See Contrasting Conditions

Chennai is forecast to hit a high of 36°C and a low of 28°C with an Extreme Heat rating, and the heatstroke index is rated Severe caution. Rainfall stays minimal, with 0mm expected and just a 10% chance of any shower. Air quality is in the Good category today, and driving conditions are rated Excellent.

Mumbai stays mostly sunny with a high of 31°C and a low of 27°C, though light rain of 1mm is possible with a 10% chance. The heatstroke index there is also rated Severe caution. The clothing index suggests short sleeves, and outdoor activity suitability is rated Poor.