Weather Today: the mood of the weather changed a bit. The sun’s heat is so intense that the capital’s temperature has reached above normal. Moreover, there has been no rain in North India, including Delhi, due to the weakening of the western disturbance. The Meteorological Department says that Delhi’s temperature will remain above normal for now because there has been no significant change in the weather.
The feeling of heat in February!
Well, it is still February, but the heat has started to be felt already. However, there is still a slight coolness in the morning and evening. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, by February 18, the maximum temperature of Delhi-NCR can reach 30 degrees Celsius. Meaning, April-like heat in February itself!
Snowfall in the mountains, heat wave in the plains!
On the one hand, there is heavy snowfall in the mountains, which has caused the cold wave to increase, while on the other hand, the heat has suddenly started growing in the plains. Temperatures have gone below zero due to snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, while Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Haryana are feeling hot due to bright sunshine during the day. According to the Meteorological Department, light to moderate rain may occur in many parts of North India till February 14 due to the activation of Western Disturbance.
Heavy rain warning!
The Indian Meteorological Department has warned about heavy rain and thunderstorms in the northeastern states. According to the IMD, a heavy rain warning has been issued in Assam and Meghalaya until February 14. It is likely to rain here for the next 48 hours. A heavy rain alert has also been issued in many northeastern states.
An alert has been issued regarding dense fog in Sikkim and Darjeeling. According to the Meteorological Department, rain may occur in many places in Tripura and Puducherry. A thunderstorm alert has also been issued in Arunachal Pradesh.
Strong winds will blow in UP!
According to the IMD, air quality will likely remain poor in the eastern and western divisions of Uttar Pradesh until late at night. The temperature in Delhi may drop, causing people to feel cold. Cold weather may persist in the morning and evening in UP.