Chandigarh, June 9 -- After a mild start to June, thanks to an active western disturbance which brought rain and thunderstorms to the city, summer has turned up its heat on the city as the day temperatures touched 41degC on Monday.

This is the first time this month that the mercury has crossed the 40-degree mark. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), temperatures are likely to rise further before a fresh western disturbance hits the city this weekend and brings rain relief. The highest recorded so far this year was on May 27 when mercury climbed to 43.1degC.

IMD Chandigarh director Surender Paul said, "Currently, warm and dry westerly winds are prevailing in the region. We expect the temperature to go up to 43degC by m...