Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 43.6 degrees Celsius on Sunday, which is 3.4 notches above the seasonal average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The minimum temperature stood at 28.4 degrees Celsius in the morning, which is two notches above the seasonal average. Heat spikes across Delhi-NCR stations Temperature readings across several weather stations in the Delhi-NCR region remained significantly above normal levels. The Ridge and Ayanagar stations recorded the highest maximum temperature at 44.6 degrees Celsius each. Lodhi Road recorded 43.8 degrees Celsius, followed by Palam at 43.7 degrees Celsius and Safdarjung at 43.6 degrees Celsius. The departure from normal ranged between 2.3 degrees Celsius and 4.8 degrees Celsius, indicating heatwave-like conditions in several parts of the city.Delhi weather forecast for the next 7 days DateMax Temp (°C)Min Temp (°C)Weather forecast24.05.202643.628.7Mainly clear sky. Heatwave conditions at isolated places. Strong surface winds 25-35 kmph, gusting to 45 kmph during the day.25.05.202643-4529-31Mainly clear sky becoming partly cloudy in afternoon. Heatwave conditions at isolated places. Strong winds 20-30 kmph, gusting to 40 kmph. Very light rain or drizzle with thunderstorm, lightning and duststorm possible in afternoon to evening with gusts 40-60 kmph.26.05.202643-4528-30Mainly clear sky. Heatwave conditions at isolated places. Strong surface winds 20-30 kmph, gusting to 40 kmph.27.05.202643-4528-30Mainly clear sky. Heatwave conditions at isolated places. Strong surface winds 20-30 kmph, gusting to 40 kmph.28.05.202641-4329-31Partly cloudy sky. Very light to light rain with thunderstorm and lightning likely in evening/night with gusty winds 40-50 kmph.29.05.202635-3728-30Generally cloudy sky. Very light to light rain with thunderstorm and lightning, gusty winds 40-50 kmph.30.05.202635-3724-26Generally cloudy sky. Very light to light rain with thunderstorm and lightning conditions expected. Night temperatures also remain above normal Minimum temperatures also remained above normal at most stations across the city. Safdarjung recorded a minimum temperature of 28.7 degrees Celsius, while Ridge reported 27.2 degrees Celsius and Palam 27.6 degrees Celsius. Lodhi Road and Ayanagar recorded minimum temperatures of 26.8 degrees Celsius and 26.3 degrees Celsius respectively. The departure from normal minimum temperatures ranged from minus 0.4 degrees Celsius to plus 2 degrees Celsius.Heatwave alert issued for coming days The weather department has issued a yellow alert for strong surface winds and heatwave conditions during the afternoon and evening over the next three days. Temperatures are expected to hover around 44 degrees Celsius for the maximum and 30 degrees Celsius for the minimum on Monday.Dry conditions and poor air quality persist Relative humidity fluctuated between 37 per cent and 18 per cent throughout the day, contributing to dry and uncomfortable conditions. Air quality in the capital was recorded in the ‘poor’ category at 4 pm, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 205, according to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data. As per CPCB standards, AQI levels between 0 and 50 are classified as ‘good’, 51 to 100 as ‘satisfactory’, 101 to 200 as ‘moderate’, 201 to 300 as ‘poor’, 301 to 400 as ‘very poor’, and 401 to 500 as ‘severe’.Precautions during high temperature conditions High temperatures increase the risk of heat-related illness, especially for people exposed to sun for long periods or doing heavy outdoor work. Risk is higher for vulnerable groups such as infants and elderly people with chronic diseases. Avoid heat exposure as much as possible. Wear light-coloured, loose-fitting, lightweight cotton clothes and cover your head using a cloth, hat or similar protection. Drink sufficient water regularly and as often as possible, even if not thirsty, to prevent dehydration. Keep fire extinguishers at home and in vehicles as a precautionary safety measure.