Divya Delhi: brought mild rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds to Delhi. The rains ended the heatwave, giving locals much-needed reprieve. Delhi was experiencing a weeklong heatwave with temperatures hitting 45 degrees Celsius. In some parts of the capital, temperatures exceeded 45°C. Delhiites may continue to get relief as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts rain for the week of June 16-22. The IMD issued an orange signal for rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds up to 40-50 kmph on Sunday, June 15. Hot and humid nighttime conditions are predicted. Partly cloudy skies with gusty winds 40–50 kmph, reaching 60 kmph during thunderstorms at night. Over Delhi, the highest temperature is 41-43°C. The southwest monsoon may hit central, eastern, and northwest India between June 12 and 18, according to the IMD. It will likely hit major sections of North India, including Delhi, between June 19 and 25. Weather forecast for the week: