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Delhi's 'Weather Whiplash': From May-Like Heat to March Storms

While the rain will bring a much-needed respite from the blistering March sun, the accompanying lightning and thunder are a reminder to stay indoors. Representational image

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News18•15-03-2026, 07:30

Delhi's 'Weather Whiplash': From May-Like Heat to March Storms

•North India experiences dramatic shift from record-breaking, May-like heat to widespread thunderstorms and squalls in March.
•Unprecedented heat (5-7°C above norm) created a low-pressure zone, destabilizing the atmosphere for violent reactions.
•Arrival of a Western Disturbance clashing with hot, dry air triggers intense squalls, dust storms, and patchy rain.
•IMD alert warns of 40-50 km/h winds, visibility drop, and lightning, posing risks to infrastructure and commuters.
•Wheat crop in 'grain-filling' stage faces threat from hailstorms and strong winds causing 'lodging,' impacting yield.

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