India’s Hottest Years on Record

Mar 18, 2025 Khushi Kumari

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), hottest year in India since records began in 1901, with temperatures 0.90°C above normal

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2010 – One of the Hottest Years in India The year 2010 was among the hottest in India, with record-breaking temperatures causing severe heatwaves and droughts

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2016 – A Year of Extreme Heat 2016 was marked by extreme heat across India, leading to severe droughts and water shortages

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2019 – Breaking Heat Records In 2019, India witnessed unprecedented temperatures, significantly impacting agriculture and water resources

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2020 – The Eighth Hottest Year The year 2020 ranked as the eighth hottest in India’s history, with temperatures well above the seasonal average

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2021 – The Rising Heat Trend In 2021, heatwaves affected various regions, disrupting normal life and raising health concerns

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2023 – The Heat Reaches New Levels The year 2023 recorded extreme summer temperatures, leading to widespread discomfort and environmental stress

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