After experiencing the first real bout of heat wave like conditions during the later part of April, Delhiites can finally expect some relief from the high temperatures early in May. According to the latest weather update, a drop of two to three degrees is expected in the day temperature in Delhi for the next two days.
A short spell of thunderstorm or dust storm and strong winds blowing at around 50 kmph could also be observed in different parts of the city, which could lead to power cuts. So before planning a night-out do follow our weather alerts.
Day temperature in Delhi on Thursday touched 42.8°C. According to the latest weather update by Skymet Meteorology Division in India, maximums will drop during the next two days due to dust storm associated with cool winds. Meanwhile, night temperature surged further and recorded 26.2°C, two notches higher than Thursday. It is expected to remain in mid-twenties for the next two days.
The following table shows maximum temperatures in Delhi for the last five days, which points out that the day temperature during the first two days of May is three notches higher than the average of 39.6°C.
| Days | Maximum temperature |
| Sunday | 38.7°C |
| Monday | 39.5°C |
| Tuesday | 41°C |
| Wednesday | 42.1°C |
| Thursday | 42.8°C |
Meanwhile, minimum temperature is also about three notches above normal. The following table shows that Friday morning, when the minimum temperature is recorded has been the warmest in the last couple of days.
| Days | Minimum temperature |
| Monday | 21°C |
| Tuesday | 22.6°C |
| Wednesday | 22.8°C |
| Thursday | 24.2°C |
| Friday | 26.2°C |
