The maximum temperature touched 44.6 degrees Celsius for the second day in a row. The maximum temperature touched 44.6 degrees Celsius for the second day in a row. However, relief is expected soon, with thundershowers expected to lash the city on Wednesday. READ: Delhi reels under intense heat, maximum temperature at 44.6 degree CelsiusWhile the maximum temperature was recorded at 44.6 degrees Celsius at the Safdarjung observatory — the reading considered the official temperature for the capital — other areas were hotter. Palam, Lodhi Road, Ridge and Ayanagar saw temperatures rise to 45.8, 43.6, 45.5 and 45.2 degrees Celsius respectively.

Source: Indian Express June 05, 2017 23:23 UTC