Delhi may receive monsoon rains by June 29 or 30, according to private weather agency Skymet Weather Services. The India Meteorological Department has not confirmed the date. The monsoon current typically arrives in Delhi between June 27 and 29. Pre-monsoon showers have already brought some relief from the sweltering heat, with the city recording nine heatwave days in June so far. The maximum temperature dropped on Wednesday due to a western disturbance, providing some respite. Delhi's Safdarjung Observatory recorded a temperature of 39 degrees Celsius, two notches above normal. The monsoon rains are expected to bring significant relief from the prevailing sultry conditions.

London and much of the UK are in the grip of a scorching heatwave, making it the hottest time of the year so far. Yesterday, Chertsey in Surrey hit 30°C, while Heathrow reached 29.7°C. Today, temperatures in southern and North West England are expected to approach 30°C. Although there's plenty of sunshine, some places might see thin clouds. Cooler weather is predicted by Friday. Commuters on the Tube were advised to carry water due to the heat, with Transport for London ensuring services run smoothly. Safety concerns include water safety and fire prevention during this intense heatwave.        

A six-foot-tall wax statue of Abraham Lincoln, resembling the Lincoln Memorial, melted in Washington DC's heatwave, reaching 37.7 degrees Celsius. Installed by artist Sandy Williams IV at Garrison Elementary School, the statue depicted Lincoln's head and right foot melted, with legs separated from the torso. The viral photo, shared by Kirk A Bado, garnered 14.5 million views, prompting comments on climate change. Williams IV, reflecting on his 'Wax Monument Series,' aimed to portray change through these sculptures, allowing people to engage with normally untouchable monuments in a transformative way.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall over northwest India from June 28 to 30. With a 19% rain deficiency across the country, northwest India faces a 57% deficit while central India has a 23% shortfall. Monsoon progress has been delayed by about a week, now forecasted to cover more regions including Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and parts of Uttar Pradesh in the coming days. IMD has also alerted for potential flooding in Uttarakhand, East Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and West Uttar Pradesh during specific dates.

The UK witnessed its hottest day of 2024 on Tuesday, with temperatures soaring to 30.0C in Chertsey, Surrey, and 27.3C in Usk, Monmouthshire. This marks the warmest weather of the year in all four nations. Yellow heat-health warnings remain in effect across England, with potential heatwave conditions in some areas. However, cooler and cloudier conditions have already arrived in Northern Ireland and Scotland, and are expected to spread to the rest of the country in the coming days, bringing an end to the brief heatwave.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Tuesday that the ongoing heatwave in Bihar will soon subside, providing much-needed relief from high temperatures. Concurrently, heavy rainfall is forecasted for the Northeast and Western regions of India. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim are on red alert for extremely heavy rains. Uttarakhand is expected to see heavy showers on June 28-29. Coastal regions, including Konkan, Goa, and Karnataka, are set to experience significant rainfall over the next few days due to advancing monsoons. Light to moderate rains are also expected in several other states, including Uttar Pradesh and Odisha.

Saudi Arabia has reported a death toll of 1,301 during this year's Hajj pilgrimage, attributing 83% of the fatalities to unauthorised pilgrims who endured soaring temperatures near Mecca. Health Minister Fahd bin Abdurrahman Al-Jalajel disclosed that 95 pilgrims are receiving medical treatment, with some airlifted to Riyadh. Identification delays were noted due to the lack of documents among the deceased. The victims, including over 660 Egyptians, were primarily affected by the extreme heat, which reached between 46-49 degrees Celsius. Saudi authorities have cracked down on unauthorised pilgrims, expelling tens of thousands amid ongoing safety concerns.

A yellow heat health alert has been issued across most of England as temperatures are expected to soar to 31°C this week. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and Met Office warn of potential impacts on health and social care due to high temperatures until Thursday. Vulnerable groups, especially those over 65 or with health conditions, face increased risks. Despite the heatwave, showers, thunderstorms, and rain are predicted by midweek. The alert categorizes risks from green (no alert) to red (emergency). This comes after the wettest spring recorded, with the UK experiencing its warmest May and spring ever.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert for heavy rains in southern India, including Kerala, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. The southwest monsoon is expected to advance in the next three days, bringing isolated extremely heavy rainfall to Goa and the Konkan region by June 27. Meanwhile, heatwave conditions in west Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana will continue till Tuesday before subsiding. The IMD has forecast favorable conditions for the monsoon to advance in North Arabian Sea, Gujarat, and other parts of the country in the next three days.

Heavy rainfall has forced hundreds of residents in Rock Valley, Iowa to evacuate their homes due to severe flooding. Sirens blared at 2 am, warning residents to leave as the Rock River overflowed its banks. The town lacks running water, and a state of emergency has been declared in 21 counties. Drone footage shows streets submerged, with only roofs and treetops visible. Neighboring South Dakota has also declared an emergency, with the town of Canton receiving 18 inches of rain. The flooding comes as much of the US swelters under extreme heat, with residents longing for relief.