Delhi Records Hottest Day of 2025 as Temperatures Hit 32.4°C

The India Meteorological Department predicts rain and thunderstorms in the capital, bringing a brief respite from unseasonal warmth.

Delhi experienced its hottest day of the year on Wednesday, with a maximum temperature of 32.4°C, six degrees above the seasonal average.
This marked the highest February temperature in two years, last surpassed in February 2023 at 33.6°C.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts light rain, thunderstorms, and overcast skies for Thursday, likely causing a dip in temperatures.
Minimum temperatures are expected to rise slightly to 17-19°C due to the influence of warmer easterly winds and an active Western Disturbance.
Air quality in the capital remains in the 'poor' category, with an AQI of 247 on Wednesday; conditions may improve to 'moderate' following expected rainfall.