Providing the much-needed respite from hot weather, the day temperature in the city fell by seven degrees today following a drizzle and cool breeze.
The maximum temperature, which was 39.9°C yesterday, fell to 32.8°C today. It was after many days that the maximum temperature was below normal. It was three degrees below normal. On the other hand, the minimum temperature was 25.7°C, five degrees above normal.
The maximum temperature is expected to rise in the coming days as per the Met Department forecast. The maximum temperature is again expected to touch 40°C by April 25.
“The maximum temperature is expected to rise by 2 to 4°C during the next three days. A fresh feeble western disturbance is likely to affect the western Himalayan region from April 24 night,” said a Met Department official.
