Heat Wave Sweeps Northern India While South Relishes Rain on June 12, 2025
Scorching Heat Pounds North, Rain Offers Relief in South
The contrast in India's weather on June 12, 2025, couldn't be sharper. While folks in the north woke up sweating through another brutal heat wave, people in the southern states ended up grabbing their umbrellas and raincoats. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) flagged serious heat wave warnings, making it clear: this wasn’t your average summer day.
Himachal Pradesh, East Rajasthan, and West Rajasthan took the brunt of the heat, with Delhi not far behind. Daily high temperatures soared, and Delhi's thermometers swung between an already-hot 34°C and a punishing 43°C. For perspective, national averages hovered around a more bearable 28°C to 31°C—making the northern readings look really extreme by comparison. Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and even areas up in Jammu-Kashmir reported patches of searing heat, turning simple outdoor tasks into genuine health risks.
The heat didn't pack up after sunset, either. Punjab, Haryana, chunks of Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh all reported warm, sticky nights, robbing people of much-needed relief. Government advisories told everyone: stay hydrated, keep out of the sun when you can, and don't underestimate the dangers of prolonged heat exposure. These warnings weren't just for show—heatwaves have proven dangerous, especially for the elderly and those working outside, like construction workers and street vendors.
Thunderstorms and Rain Bring a Different Story Down South
Meanwhile, it was a different world several states away in the south. Karnataka, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, and Rayalaseema all saw steady rainfall and thunderstorms, complete with gusty winds hitting speeds of 30 to 40 kilometers per hour. The rain offered not only cooler temperatures but also a much-needed boost for farmers and anyone hoping for a break from the previous summer buildup. Meteorologists expect this pattern to continue, at least until June 16.
In western India, Maharashtra felt neither extreme. The Top region's mercury stuck at 32°C for daytime highs and dipped to a still-warm 25°C at night. Given other states' headaches, that was about as close as you get to comfort in June.
Looking ahead, the IMD predicted that northwest India could see some drop in temperatures for the second half of the month. But before northern folks get too hopeful, Rajasthan might not see much change—heat and humidity there are expected to stay right around the usual June averages. That's cold comfort for people who've already spent days living under fans, AC units, and under constant reminders to drink more water than they think they need.
This tug-of-war between sun and storm shows how unpredictable and intense India's climate can be. For those in the north, the wait continues for a real break from the relentless heat. Down south, every flash of lightning and heavy cloud is a welcome event—and not just for the weather geeks.