Above-normal heatwave days expected in India this May
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 06:09 UTC
- Sources: The Hindu
The IMD has predicted that some parts of India will experience above-normal heatwave days in May, with minimum temperatures expected to be higher than usual across the country. The exact extent and duration of the heatwave are yet to be determined.
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