New Delhi, March 12 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted a "mainly clear sky" in Delhi on Thursday, a day after the mercury hit 38degC. As the national capital continues to report record high temperatures in March, the residents of the city can expect relief from scorching heat in the coming days.

IMD's latest weather bulletin forecasted that high temperatures will persist until 14 March, Saturday. Thereafter, generally cloudy sky is likely on 15 March with very light rain and thunderstorm during morning or forenoon hours. The weather department said, "A fresh western disturbance likely to affect Northwest India from 14th March, 2026."

In the neighbouring states, "Isolated light rainfall with thunderstorm, lightning & ...