IMD warns of heatwave, scorching days ahead for Delhi, Mumbai and THESE states: See full forecast

IMD update: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heatwave alerts for several northern and western states, including Delhi, Gujarat and Rajasthan, warning citizens of scorching days and an unforgiving summer ahead – even as several states have already started to feel the heat. According to the IMD officials, the heatwave is only going to get worse.

IMD Scientist Akhil Srivastava said that Saurashtra-Kutch region and Gujarat have been seeing heatwaves and the condition is likely to persist for next four to five days. Rajasthan, too, will experience a severe heatwave in the coming days.

“Heatwaves are being reported in Gujarat and Saurashtra-Kutch region, which are expected to continue for the next 5-7 days. Rajasthan will also face severe heatwave conditions over the next 4-5 days, for which an alert has been issued,” he said.

In North India, Punjab and Haryana may experience heatwave condition.

For Delhi weather conditions, the IMD scientist said that daytime temperatures could reach around 40 degrees Celsius at some places by April 6 or 7.

“Delhi is currently witnessing temperatures 3 degrees above normal, hovering around 38 to 40 degrees Celsius. There is a possibility of heatwave-like conditions by April 7. A western disturbance is expected to affect the Western Himalayan region between April 8 and 10, possibly leading to thunderstorms, strong winds and rainfall,” he added.

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As per the weather department, Tamil Nadu and Kerala are expected to receive heavy rainfall over the next two days. “Heavy isolated rainfall is expected in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and south interior Karnataka over the next two days. From April 7 or 8, eastern parts of India may experience thunderstorms accompanied by strong winds,” the IMD scientist said.