Delhi Burns At 48 Degrees- Hottest June Ever, Reports Skymet

According to the Indian Meterological Department, people in Delhi could expect a little relief on Tuesday.

It is official- this year's June has been the hottest one ever in the history of Delhi, with temperatures already touching 48 degrees Celsius. Skymet reports that the northern part of India is swept by a relentless heat wave, which also includes the capital city. The temperature in Safdarjung, approximately 14 kms away, was reported slightly lower i.e. 45.6 degrees Celsius.

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According to the Indian Meterological Department, people in Delhi could expect a little relief on Tuesday, with predictions of a thunderstorm and some gusty winds. Temperatures such as 48 degrees or more have primarily been recorded in the dry region of Rajasthan, particularly in Churu, which has been the hottest this summer.

About a week ago, there was a report stating that 11 Indian cities were among the 15 hottest reported across the globe. Well, all we can say is stay super hydrated and keep indoors as much as you can till this heat wave passes.

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