Nagpur, India: Nagpur is experiencing an early summer, with the temperature rising to 41.1°C on Thursday, the highest recorded so far in 2025. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Nagpur, Chandrapur, Amravati, Akola, and Yavatmal, warning of a heatwave on Holi, Friday.

Brahmapuri was the hottest place in Maharashtra and Central India on Thursday, recording 42.0°C, which was 5.7°C above normal.

Heatwaves usually begin in April, but this year, temperatures have started rising earlier. The IMD predicts more heatwave days in March across Maharashtra and other parts of India.

Temperatures will remain above 40°C on Holi and stay high for the next two days. A slight drop of 1-2°C is expected from March 16 due to cloudy weather.

On Thursday, other cities in Vidarbha also recorded high temperatures:

• Chandrapur: 41.8°C
• Akola: 41.5°C
• Wardha: 41.0°C
• Amravati and Yavatmal: 40.2°C each

The IMD has warned that temperatures may rise by another 2°C in the coming days. Citizens are advised to stay hydrated and avoid direct sunlight during peak hours.