Delhi Temperature: IMD issues red alert for intense heat as national capital wakes up to a warm morning

Delhi woke up to a warm morning yet again on Thursday, with the minimum temperature settling at 30.7 degrees Celsius, 2.7 notches above the season's average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The relative humidity was 67 per cent at 8.30 am.

The weather department further said that the maximum temperature for the day is expected to settle at 44 degrees Celsius. Thunderstorms with rain are likely in the capital on Thursday and Friday.

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Delhi Heatwave: IMD Issues Red Alert till June 13:

The IMD on Wednesday had issued a red alert, the highest-level warning which advises residents to "take action", stay hydrated, avoid direct sun exposure, and limit outdoor movement, especially during peak afternoon hours, for Delhi for June 12 and 13.

On Wednesday, the heat index, which indicates how it feels when humidity is factored in, touched an alarming 51.9 degrees Celsius in Delhi. Temperatures ranged from 40.9 to 45.0 degrees Celsius across various weather stations.

Delhi Weather and AQI:

Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) was 186, in the 'moderate' category, at 9 am on Thursday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

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An AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.