India Heatwave 2026: In many parts of the country, the extreme heat has made life difficult for people. On May 26, in 21 districts of India including Banda, the maximum temperature was recorded above 45 degrees Celsius. During this time, people had to face severe heat wave and scorching heat. According to the Meteorological Department, heat wave to severe heat wave conditions may prevail in Central and North-West India for the next 3 to 4 days. At the same time, the eastern and adjacent peninsular areas may also witness heat wave for the next 2 to 3 days.
Temperature will start decreasing after May 29
However, the Meteorological Department has also predicted that there will be relief. The maximum temperature will start decreasing from May 29 and gradually the heat wave situation may improve. At the same time, in North-West India the temperature may fall by 6 to 8 degrees Celsius between 28 and 29 May. Also, the temperature in Central India may drop by 3 to 5 degrees Celsius from May 29.
Forecast of strong thunderstorm and rain in Northeast India
On the other hand, IMD has also forecast rain and strong thunderstorms in many parts of India. There is a possibility of thunderstorm, heavy rain and lightning in Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur and Tripura of North-East India on May 27. Apart from this, heavy to very heavy rainfall may occur over Meghalaya and Assam.
Those 21 districts where the temperature crossed 45 degrees on May 26
| State/Territory | station | Maximum Temperature (°C) | more than usual |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Madhya Pradesh | Khajuraho | 46.4 | +2.7 |
| Naugaon | 45.6 | +1.8 | |
| Eastern Rajasthan | quota | 45.4 | +2.0 |
| Eastern Uttar Pradesh | To tie | 47.4 | +3.8 |
| Prayagraj | 45.4 | +3.7 | |
| Haryana | Rohtak | 45.6 | +4.7 |
| Sirsa | 46.0 | — | |
| Punjab | bathinda | 45.8 | — |
| Vidarbha | Brahmapuri | 46.6 | +3.5 |
| Chandrapur | 46.4 | +3.0 | |
| Wardha | 46.0 | +3.2 | |
| Nagpur-Sonegaon Airport | 45.5 | +2.0 | |
| Gondia | 45.2 | +2.1 | |
| western rajasthan | sriganganagar | 47.0 | +4.3 |
| Bikaner | 46.0 | +3.1 | |
| Phalodi | 46.0 | +2.9 | |
| Jaisalmer | 45.6 | +3.0 | |
| Uttar Pradesh | Orai | 45.8 | +3.8 |
| Jhansi | 45.5 | +2.4 | |
| Agra | 45.3 | +2.4 | |
| Hamirpur | 45.2 | +2.8 |
Storm will blow in Delhi-Punjab and Western UP
Also, the weather may change in North-West India also. At the same time, in Punjab, Delhi, Haryana, Western UP and Rajasthan, there are chances of strong storm, dusty winds and hailstorm on 28th and 29th May. In many areas, strong winds with speeds up to 80 kilometers per hour are also forecast. The Meteorological Department has appealed to the people to avoid leaving the house in the afternoon. Drink enough water and be careful from heatwave.
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