India, April 15 -- After a brief spell of rain and wind, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a gradual rise in Delhi's temperatures over the coming days. Heatwave conditions are expected to set in at isolated pockets from Wednesday, April 16.

The skies over Delhi are expected to remain mostly clear on Tuesday, with maximum temperatures hovering between 39 degrees Celsius and 41 degrees Celsius but the mercury is expected to climb as high as 42degC by April 17 marking the onset of summer heat waves.

The minimum temperatures at night will range from 22 degrees Celsius to 24 degrees Celsius, bringing little relief to the Delhites.

Authorities have urged residents to stay hydrated, avoid direct sun exposure during peak ...