Archive · 24 May 2025
North India Swelters: Why Heatwaves Are Becoming More Severe
It's getting hotter in North India, with places like Jaisalmer experiencing extreme heat.
This is happening because of global warming, which is caused by humans burning fuels.
Climate patterns like El Niño also play a role, making some years hotter.
Cities are warmer than rural areas due to buildings absorbing heat.
Less cloud cover and melting ice also contribute.
This means more heat-related illnesses and water shortages.
North India is experiencing a severe heatwave, with Jaisalmer reaching 48.0°C.
Global warming, caused by human activities, is a major factor in rising temperatures.
Climate patterns, like El Niño, influence yearly temperature changes.
Urbanization creates "urban heat islands", leading to higher temperatures in cities.
Decreasing natural cooling mechanisms, like cloud cover and ice, contribute to rising heat.
- Who
- General public
- What
- Reasons for severe heatwaves and rising temperatures.
- When
- Ongoing
- Where
- North India, Jaisalmer (Rajasthan)
- Why
- Due to global warming, climate patterns, urbanization, and decreasing natural cooling.
- Location
- North India, Jaisalmer
- Highest Temperature
- 48.0°C
- Main Cause
- Global Warming
- Effect of Urbanization
- Urban heat islands
