The Met office forecast said that maximum temperature is likely to touch 40. 5 degrees Celsius on Sunday, three notches above the season's average
It was a sunny Sunday morning in the national capital with the minimum temperature recorded at 22 degrees Celsius, a notch above the season's average.
While the forecast indicates a clear day ahead, there is a possibility of severe heat wave.
According to the office, high maximum temperature conditions is likely to prevail till April 19.
Saturday was also a warmest day of the year as maximum temperature was recorded at 42. 3 degree Celsius at department's Palam station, five notches above the season's average.
The average maximum temperature in Delhi on Saturday was 41 degrees Celsius.