Weather Today (20 May, 2026) Live Updates: Heatwave Alerts, IMD Prediction Rain & Thunderstorm Chances; Check Current Temperature of Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Ahmedabad
Weather Update Today (20 May, 2026): As heatwave conditions tighten their grip across several parts of India, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued fresh weather alerts for multiple cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, and other major cities on May 20, 2026.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave warning for Delhi, where temperatures may rise above 42 degrees Celsius which will make it one of the hottest days of the season so far. However, Delhi has been experiencing rough weather for the past few days.
Gusty winds, heavy rain, and hailstorms captured the national capital, giving people relief from scorching heat.
Not only Delhi but also Mumbai and Hyderabad are likely to witness a heatwave as the temperature may rise up to 42 degrees in the major cities.
The heat in India is set to intensify over the next few days as the temperature more likely to climb to 37 degrees on May 20, 2026 and as high as 46 degrees by late next week.
On May 20 IMD issued a heatwave alerts in its latest press release for states including Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Delhi. Meanwhile, the remaining 17 states including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand have a high possibility of witnessing thunderstorms and rain where strong winds can blow at a speed of 30-50 kilometers per hour.
The weather change in major cities is turning it from hot and dry weather to cool and breezy within a short time, making outdoor conditions better. The streets which had been heated by direct sunlight, started to cool down while the residents found the atmosphere more comfortable.
India Weather Today: North India reeled under an intense heatwave on Wednesday, with Uttar Pradesh’s Banda district recording the highest temperature in the country at 48 degrees Celsius, 4.5 notches above normal.
India Weather Today: The National Disaster Management Authority, through its National Emergencies Operation Center, issued a weather advisory warning of rain, thunderstorms, and possible hailstorms in several regions of Pakistan during the next 12 to 24 hours.
India Weather Today: Noida and Ghaziabad residents received a severe ‘Loo se bhi bheeshan loo’ weather alert from the NDMA, warning of extremely hot and dry winds. Delhi-NCR faces an orange alert from the IMD, with temperatures expected to rise further amid ongoing heatwave conditions.