Chandigarh, May 12 -- Just as cloud cover rolled in and cool winds swept across Chandigarh on Sunday night, offering a brief respite, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a return of typical May heat in the days ahead.

After an unseasonably mild start to the month, much to the residents' relief, temperatures are expected to rise again - likely touching 40degC by Thursday and climbing further in the second half of May, as the impact of multiple weather systems begins to subside.

While a Western Disturbance was active in Chandigarh on Sunday, cool winds continued to blow in the city as it rained in other parts of the region.

IMD Chandigarh director Surender Paul explained that while two WDs were active in the first 10 d...