Weather Changes and Rising Temperatures in Northwest India and the NCR

印度西北部與國家首都區天氣變化及氣溫上升

Jun 15, 2026, 09:17

Introduction

Northwest India is currently moving from a period of heavy storms toward a phase of increasing heat, characterized by occasional rain and rising temperatures.

印度西北部目前正從強風暴期轉向氣溫上升階段，其特徵為偶有降雨且氣溫逐漸升高。

Main Body

The weather in the Punjab-Haryana region, including Chandigarh, has shifted from high-level alerts to a more stable state. After a period of cooling caused by rain, minimum temperatures have started to rise steadily; for example, Chandigarh recorded 24.2°C on Sunday night, which is 3.6°C higher than before. While the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for occasional thunderstorms and strong winds, the lack of warnings for mid-week suggests that major weather systems are weakening, although there is still enough moisture for local showers.

包括昌迪加爾在內的旁遮普-哈里亞納地區天氣，已從高級警報轉為較穩定的狀態。在降雨導致氣溫降低後，最低氣溫開始穩定上升；例如昌迪加爾在週日晚上記錄到 24.2°C，比之前高出 3.6°C。雖然印度氣象局 (IMD) 發布了黃色警報，提醒會有偶發的雷暴與強風，但週中缺乏警告顯示主要天氣系統正在減弱，儘管仍有足夠的水分導致局部降雨。

Meanwhile, the National Capital Region (NCR) has faced more unstable conditions. Delhi was under a red alert on Monday and Tuesday due to intense storm clouds and a western disturbance in the Himalayan region. This caused strong winds, with some areas recording gusts up to 92 kmph. Despite these rain events, temperatures are expected to rise, with forecasts suggesting a peak of 44°C by Saturday. Skymet Weather emphasized that this is happening because the thunderstorms are isolated and northwesterly winds are preventing widespread cooling.

與此同時，國家首都區 (NCR) 面臨更不穩定的狀況。由於強烈的風暴雲與喜馬拉雅地區的西方擾動，德里在週一和週二處於紅色警報。這導致強風吹襲，部分地區記錄到陣風高達 92 公里/小時。儘管有這些降雨事件，氣溫預計仍將上升，預測週六將達到 44°C 的峰值。Skymet Weather 強調，這是因為雷暴呈零星分佈，且西北風阻止了大規模降溫。

In Haryana, some unusual weather was seen in Gurugram, where overnight rain caused the temperature to drop to 17°C, which is nearly 10°C below the seasonal average. However, this cooling was temporary, as maximum temperatures were expected to climb back to 40°C. The interaction between western disturbances and moisture from the sea continues to affect the regional climate, influencing both city traffic and air quality, which improved briefly on Friday before returning to moderate levels.

在哈里亞納邦，古魯格拉姆出現了一些異常天氣，夜間降雨導致氣溫降至 17°C，幾乎比季節平均值低 10°C。然而，這種冷卻是暫時的，最高氣溫預計將回升至 40°C。西方擾動與海洋水分之間的相互作用持續影響區域氣候，並對城市交通與空氣品質產生影響，後者在週五短暫改善後再次回落至中等水平。

Conclusion

The region is returning to typical mid-June conditions, with both maximum and minimum temperatures expected to increase despite continued local rainfall.

該地區正回歸到典型的六月中旬狀況，儘管局部降雨持續，但最高與最低氣溫預計都將增加。

Vocabulary Learning

⚡ The 'Shift' in Meaning: From Basic to Descriptive

At the A2 level, you likely say "The weather is changing" or "It is getting hot." To move toward B2, you need to describe how and why things change. This article is a goldmine for this specific skill.

🔍 The Logic of 'Movement' Verbs

Instead of using 'change' for everything, look at how the text describes the weather's behavior:

"Moving from... toward..." $\rightarrow$ $\to$ Use this when one state is slowly replacing another.
- B2 Upgrade: "The company is moving from a traditional style toward a digital one."
"Shifted from... to..." $\rightarrow$ $\to$ Use this for a more sudden or distinct change in status.
- B2 Upgrade: "My focus has shifted from learning grammar to practicing speaking."
"Climb back to..." $\rightarrow$ $\to$ This is a powerful phrase. It doesn't just mean 'increase'; it means returning to a previous high level after a drop.
- B2 Upgrade: "After the crash, stock prices began to climb back to their original value."

🌡️ The Power of 'Modifiers'

An A2 student says "The wind is strong." A B2 student adds precision. Note these pairings from the text:

A2 Style	B2 Style (From Article)	Why it's better
Some rain	Occasional rain	Tells us the frequency
Cold	Temporary cooling	Tells us the duration
Fast wind	Intense storm clouds	Tells us the strength/energy
Normal	Seasonal average	Gives a point of comparison

💡 Pro-Tip: The "Despite" Pivot

One of the biggest jumps from A2 to B2 is using concession. This is when you acknowledge one fact but show that a different, surprising fact is more important.

*"Despite these rain events, temperatures are expected to rise..."

The Formula: Despite + [Noun/Noun Phrase], [Main Clause]

Stop saying "It rained, but it was still hot." Start saying: "Despite the rain, the weather remained hot."

Vocabulary Learning

characterized (v.)

To be typical of a particular person, place, or thing.

Example:The region is characterized by its hot and humid climate during the summer months.

steadily (adv.)

In a regular and consistent manner; without sudden changes.

Example:The company's profits have grown steadily over the last five years.

occasional (adj.)

Happening sometimes, but not often or regularly.

Example:We experience occasional rain showers even during the dry season.

disturbance (n.)

An interruption of a settled state of affairs, or in meteorology, a disruption in the atmosphere.

Example:The weather disturbance caused significant delays in flight schedules.

isolated (adj.)

Happening in only a few places; not widespread.

Example:The storm caused isolated power outages in a few rural villages.

emphasized (v.)

To give special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing.

Example:The teacher emphasized the importance of reviewing the vocabulary before the exam.

interaction (n.)

The process of two or more things having an effect on each other.

Example:The interaction between the two chemicals created a surprising reaction.

Practice B2 words in a crossword→