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India records first heatwave of 2026 as spring fades

Based on the heatwave warning issued by the Meteorological Department, the temperature in Thane city again on Wednesday was seen rising.

Updated on Mar 12, 2026, 7:57 AM IST

Unseasonal fog and haze blanket Delhi-NCR despite rising March temperatures

Delhi march fog

Updated on Mar 11, 2026, 4:12 PM IST

Mumbai, Thane and Palghar on heatwave alert as temperatures soar | See forecast

Mumbai heatwave alert: Mumbai is expected to experience very warm weather conditions through the week, according to IMD.

Updated on Mar 10, 2026, 5:17 PM IST

IMD issues heatwave warning in Mumbai after temperature touches 42.5°C

The IMD sounds a ‘heatwave’ warning when maximum temperatures are over 6 degrees above the normal, and 6.4 degrees Celsius. above normal is classified as severe heatwave.

Published on Mar 10, 2026, 12:19 PM IST

Delhi sees season’s hottest night; maximum may touch 38°C today

The Met department has forecast that the minimum temperature is likely to remain between 18-20°C on Tuesday and between 17-19°C on Wednesday.

Updated on Mar 10, 2026, 11:30 AM IST

Rain or sweat in Ahmedabad? IMD forecast for city ahead of T20 World Cup final

Ahmedabad weather: The India Meteorological Department warned of hot, humid conditions as crowds gather for the T20 World Cup final.

Updated on Mar 8, 2026, 1:04 PM IST

Delhi crossed 35°C on March 7, earliest temperature surge in at least 15 years

People seen out during hot day at Central Park in Connaught Place in New Delhi, as temperature crosses its high point, earliest since 2011.

Updated on Mar 8, 2026, 9:22 AM IST

At 38.9 degrees Celsius, city experienced its first heatwave of the season

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the maximum temperature at its Santacruz observatory reached 38.9°C—about 5.9°C above normal. The spike met the criteria laid down by the weather agency for declaring a heatwave in Mumbai. (Pic for representation)

Published on Mar 6, 2026, 4:06 AM IST

Mumbai temperature crosses 38°C, six degrees above normal; yellow alert issued

A senior IMD scientist attribute the early spike in temperature to easterly winds and an anticyclonic circulation over the region.

Updated on Mar 5, 2026, 12:39 PM IST

Harsh summer with more heatwaves ahead across India, says IMD

IMD forecasts rising heatwave risk across India; March may see temporary relief before above-normal temperatures intensify.

Updated on Mar 1, 2026, 7:12 AM IST

IMD forecasts warmer-than-usual nights for Maharashtra this summer

Eastern Maharashtra, including the Vidarbha region, is expected to witness above-normal heatwave days during the upcoming hot weather season, IMD officials said. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Published on Feb 28, 2026, 8:23 PM IST

60% chance of El Niño conditions developing in second half of 2026

The CCSR/IRI ENSO (El Niño-Southern Oscillation) plume forecast places the probability of La Niña at just 4% for February–April 2026 and shifts the odds in favour of ENSO-neutral conditions (about 96%) for the same period.

Updated on Feb 23, 2026, 10:55 AM IST

Minimum temperatures dip across Punjab, Haryana; Bathinda coldest at 8°C

The IMD noted no rainfall in Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh in the last 24 hours. (Photo by Arvind Yadav/ Hindustan Times)

Published on Feb 22, 2026, 10:42 AM IST

For first time this year, mercury crosses 35°C in Lohegaon, Koregaon Park

Maximum temperature crossed the 35°C mark for the first time this year at Koregaon Park and Lohegaon on February 20. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Published on Feb 21, 2026, 6:24 AM IST

After year's hottest day, Delhi to see rain, thunderstorm on Wednesday | Details

Delhi-NCR will see a generally cloudy sky on Wednesday, with a spell of very light to light rain.

Published on Feb 17, 2026, 9:13 PM IST

The chill is gone: Delhi temperature hits its earliest 30°C in 5 years

Weather forecasts show that another warm day is likely on Tuesday, with clear skies and bright sunshine likely to keep the maximum between 29-31°C.

Published on Feb 17, 2026, 7:34 AM IST

Fresh snowfall in higher reaches of Kashmir, Met predicts rain over next 24 hrs

People make their way through a snow-covered area in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday.

Published on Feb 10, 2026, 1:44 PM IST

Thick fog engulfs Delhi-NCR as air quality turns 'very poor', AQI stands at 312

The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was 312 at approximately 7 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category. (Praful Gangurde/HT Photo/For representation)

Published on Feb 4, 2026, 10:45 AM IST

Delhi-NCR wakes up to rain amid IMD's yellow alert | Check forecast

The IMD said the rainfall has been caused by another western disturbance affecting north-west India.

Updated on Feb 1, 2026, 8:39 AM IST

Rain, lightning, thunder likely in Delhi today, predicts weather panel

The rain activity is being triggered by the influence of another western disturbance affecting northwest India, IMD said.

Published on Feb 1, 2026, 6:41 AM IST

Spring may be cut short as IMD forecasts warmer February

IMD flags shrinking winter, warmer February across north and central India

Updated on Feb 1, 2026, 6:37 AM IST

Western disturbance to bring more rain across North India, IMD issues warning

Further, it said that dense fog conditions are likely during morning hours in isolated pockets over northwest and adjoining central India till February 1.

Updated on Jan 30, 2026, 10:52 PM IST

North India to see snowfall, heavy rain again from Feb 1 | Full IMD forecast

Delhi is likely to see a spell of very light rain on Saturday.

Updated on Jan 29, 2026, 8:53 AM IST

Snow again in J&K, Himachal, Uttarakhand leaves thousands stranded | Details

The snowfall began on Monday night and continued intermittently on Tuesday as well across several parts of J&K.

Published on Jan 27, 2026, 8:57 PM IST

Hailstorm in Noida, IMD issues alerts for Delhi-NCR

A man protects himself from the rain amid rainfall, in New Delhi on Tuesday

Updated on Jan 27, 2026, 9:18 PM IST

Delhi weather: IMD issues yellow alert; rain, thundershowers likely

The weather in the national capital is associated with an intense western disturbance.

Published on Jan 27, 2026, 8:24 AM IST

IMD puts Gurugram on ‘orange’ alert for rainfall, gust

The IMD cautioned residents to take refuge at safe buildings/houses due to the risk of flying objects caused by gusts of up to 60km/hr and hailstorms. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Published on Jan 24, 2026, 5:24 AM IST

Cold wave is back as rain, snow to persist: IMD forecasts big dip in temperature

People in north and northwestern India should brace for significant weather changes from January 24 to 28, including dense fog.

Updated on Jan 24, 2026, 4:06 AM IST

Heavy snow, rain disrupts life in Himachal, key routes blocked in Lahaul-Spiti, Mandi

A commuter struggling to negotiate a slippery stretch after heavy snowfall in Shimla on Friday. (Deepak Sansta/HT)

Updated on Jan 24, 2026, 3:10 AM IST

Non-stop rain brings down Delhi AQI, temperature; Shimla, Kashmir turn white

While Delhi, Noida, Gurugram were under an orange alert till Friday noon for rain and thunderstorm, snowfall turned hill towns of North India white

Updated on Jan 23, 2026, 4:38 PM IST

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