2019 Indian heat wave

Since late May 2019, India has been facing a severe heat wave. The highest temperature occured in Churu, Rajasthan, reaching up to 50.8 degrees Celcius of 123,4 degrees Fahrenheit, a near record high.

As of 12 June 2019, the heat wave has lasted 32 days, making it the second-longest ever recorded. Additionally, peak power usage in Delhi reached 6,686 MW, breaking all previous records.