So much so that the mercury has crossed the 40-degree mark and Palam observatory is inching towards its first 45 degree Celsius of the season.
On April 16, the Safdarjung observatory sizzled at 42 degree Celsius, which is not only the highest maximum of the season but also the highest in the last five years.
Both Palam and Safdarjung observatories have been observing temperatures about 5 to 6 degrees above the normal levels.
The national capital has remained dry for the past few weeks, as the Western Disturbances affecting the Western Himalayas could also not bring in any rainfall activity for the region.
Rain gods refused to bestow any kindness over the residents of Delhi-NCR, who have been reeling under intense heatwave conditions.
However, some relief may be in the offing for Delhi as a fresh Western Disturbance is likely to affect the hills of North India by today during the evening hours.
Thus, the system may result in isolated dust storm activity accompanied with light rain over parts of Delhi and the NCR region along with Punjab, Haryana, and a few adjoining areas.
But, the relief will be short-lived, and the temperatures will once again witness a rise. This summer is likely to be a hotter one as compared to the previous years.
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