NEW DELHI, June 29: Delhi reeled under heatwave conditions on Monday, with the mercury crossing the 42-degree Celsius mark at most weather stations as the city also experienced its warmest night for the second consecutive day.
The maximum temperatures were around 4 to 5 degrees Celsius above the seasonal average across the city but temperatures dropped sharply, between by 7-9 degrees Celsius at places.
This was due to a thunderstorm and strong winds in the evening.
The city also experienced high humidity during the day, making conditions more uncomfortable.
The IMD said the thunderstorm activity is likely to bring an end to the ongoing heatwave spell, with weather conditions expected to remain relatively cooler over the next few days.
The IMD has forecasted thunderstorms with rain on Tuesday, with maximum and minimum temperatures expected to settle at 42 and 30 degrees Celsius.
A thunderstorm developed over Delhi and adjoining areas between 4.30 and 6.30 pm, leading to a sharp fall in temperatures and strong winds. (PTI)
