New Delhi, India — April 15, 2026
Heatwave Intensifies Across North India as Temperatures Surge
A sharp rise in temperatures has triggered heatwave alerts across large parts of India, with North India experiencing intense heat conditions. According to the India Meteorological Department, both day and night temperatures have increased by 3°C to 6°C due to clear skies and weakening western winds.
After brief spells of rainfall in recent days, heat has returned strongly, pushing maximum temperatures close to 40°C in several regions, with forecasts indicating a further rise beyond this mark over the next five days.
Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh Among Worst Hit
The national capital Delhi has already recorded temperatures near 40°C, with projections suggesting it could touch 42°C in the coming days.
- In Rajasthan, cities like Barmer recorded 41.6°C, with temperatures expected to reach 44°C in parts of western districts.
- In Uttar Pradesh, Banda emerged as one of the hottest locations at 40.4°C.
- Odisha also reported extreme heat, with Titlagarh touching 41.7°C.
Dry weather and intense sunlight are dominating northern and central regions, while humidity levels are rising in eastern cities like Kolkata.
IMD Issues Heatwave and Humidity Alerts Nationwide
The IMD has warned that heatwave conditions and humid weather are likely to persist across parts of:
- Central India
- Western India
- Eastern India
- Southern India
The next 3–5 days are expected to see further temperature increases of 2°C to 4°C in several regions.
Storms and Rain Expected in Northeast and Southern States
While much of India faces rising heat, southern and northeastern regions are set for contrasting weather patterns:
- States like Karnataka and Kerala may experience rainfall and gusty winds
- Assam and Meghalaya could see thunderstorms and winds up to 50 km/h through April 18
- Heavy rainfall is likely in parts of Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, and Northeast India on select days
Lightning and localized heavy rain warnings have also been issued for multiple northeastern states.
Western Disturbance to Bring Relief in Northern Hills
A weak western disturbance is expected to become active from Wednesday night, impacting the western Himalayan region.
Weather activity is forecast between April 15 and April 18 across:
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Ladakh
- Himachal Pradesh
These areas may witness:
- Light to moderate rainfall or snowfall
- Thunderstorms and lightning
- Winds reaching 40–50 km/h
- Possibility of hailstorms in isolated areas
Additionally, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh may receive rainfall and gusty winds on April 17–18, offering brief respite from the heat.
Recent Weather Activity Across India
Over the past 24 hours:
- Wind speeds of 30–50 km/h were recorded in Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh
- Thunderstorms occurred in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha
- Strong winds up to 70 km/h impacted Saurashtra, Assam, Meghalaya, and Nagaland, accompanied by light rain
Key Takeaways
- 🔥 Heatwave intensifies; temperatures likely to cross 42°C in North India
- 🌡️ Rising temperatures across central, western, and eastern regions
- 🌧️ Rain and thunderstorms expected in South and Northeast India
- ❄️ Western disturbance may bring temporary relief in Himalayan states
