Pune Sizzles at 41.8°C as Experts Warn of ‘Near Heat Wave’—And Nighttime Offers No Relief

Published On: April 29, 2026

2 min readPuneApr 26, 2026 10:35 PM IST

Pune recorded a maximum temperature of 41.8 degrees Celsius on Sunday, with experts warning that Pune is passing through a near heat wave situation.

The Shivajinagar station recorded a maximum temperature of 41.8 degrees Celsius, which is 3.1 degrees above normal. This is also the highest maximum temperature for April in recent years.

In 2022 and 2024, the maximum temperature in April had reached 41.8 degrees. Before that, the highest maximum temperature was 43 degree Celsius, recorded in 2019.

Chinchwad recorded a maximum temperature at 41.2 degrees, while in Magarpatta it was 40.9, Hadapsar was 40.3, Pashan was 40.1 and NDA was 39.3 degrees.

In Koregaon Park and Lohegaon, the maximum temperature was almost 43 degrees.

According to Dr Anupam Kashyapi, former head of weather forecasting at the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Pune is passing through a near heat wave situation.

A heat wave is declared when the maximum temperature is 4-5 degrees above normal.

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“The weather is uncomfortable, especially in the afternoon and in the evening and night, when the night temperature is more than 20 degrees Celsius. The day and the night temperatures are likely to rise marginally in the next three or four days, making the weather more uncomfortable,” says Kashyapi.

Meanwhile, on Sunday, Pune’s minimum temperature was 21 degrees – the lowest in Maharashtra.

Kashyapi added that despite a forecast for a partly cloudy sky, there is only a low chance of very light rain in Pune and Mumbai, among others, for the next three or four days.

“It is only in the southeastern part of the state that may see isolated light rain,” said Kashyapi.

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Akola continues to experience the hottest days in the state, with 46.9 degree C recorded on April 26. The IMD has issued an orange alert for Vidarbha till April 27, after which there is a yellow alert for thunderstorm, lightning and squall in the district till April 30.

Dipanita Nath is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Indian Express, based in Pune. She is a versatile journalist with a deep interest in the intersection of culture, sustainability, and urban life.

Professional Background

Experience: Before joining The Indian Express, she worked with other major news organizations including Hindustan Times, The Times of India, and Mint.

Core Specializations: She is widely recognized for her coverage of the climate crisis, theatre and performing arts, heritage conservation, and the startup ecosystem (often through her “Pune Inc” series).

Storytelling Focus: Her work often unearths “hidden stories” of Pune—focusing on historical institutes, local traditions, and the personal journeys of social innovators.

Recent Notable Articles (December 2025)

Her recent reporting highlights Pune’s cultural pulse and the environmental challenges facing the city during the winter season:

1. Climate & Environment

“Pune shivers on coldest morning of the season; minimum temperature plunges to 6.9°C” (Dec 20, 2025): Reporting on the record-breaking cold wave in Pune and the IMD’s forecast for the week.

“How a heritage tree-mapping event at Ganeshkhind Garden highlights rising interest in Pune’s green legacy” (Dec 20, 2025): Covering a citizen-led initiative where Gen Z and millennials gathered to document and protect ancient trees at a Biodiversity Heritage Site.

“Right to breathe: Landmark NGT order directs PMC to frame norms for pollution from construction sites” (Dec 8, 2025): Reporting on a significant legal victory for residents fighting dust and air pollution in urban neighborhoods like Baner.

2. “Hidden Stories” & Heritage

“Inside Pune library that’s nourished minds of entrepreneurs for 17 years” (Dec 21, 2025): A feature on the Venture Center Library, detailing how a collection of 3,500 specialized books helps tech startups navigate the product life cycle.

“Before he died, Ram Sutar gave Pune a lasting gift” (Dec 18, 2025): A tribute to the legendary sculptor Ram Sutar (creator of the Statue of Unity), focusing on his local works like the Chhatrapati Shivaji statue at Pune airport.

“The Pune institute where MA Jinnah was once chief guest” (Dec 6, 2025): An archival exploration of the College of Agriculture, established in 1907, and its historical role in India’s freedom struggle.

3. Arts, Theatre & “Pune Inc”

“Satyajit Ray, Ritwik Ghatak were not rivals but close friends, says veteran filmmaker” (Dec 17, 2025): A deep-dive interview ahead of the Pune International Film Festival (PIFF) exploring the camaraderie between legends of Indian cinema.

“Meet the Pune entrepreneur helping women build and scale businesses” (Dec 16, 2025): Part of her “Pune Inc” series, profiling Nikita Vora’s efforts to empower female-led startups.

“How women drone pilots in rural Maharashtra are cultivating a green habit” (Dec 12, 2025): Exploring how technology is being used by women in agriculture to reduce chemical use and labor.

Signature Style

Dipanita Nath is known for intellectual curiosity and a narrative-driven approach. Whether she is writing about a 110-year-old eatery or the intricacies of the climate crisis, she focuses on the human element and the historical context. Her columns are often a blend of reportage and cultural commentary, making them a staple for readers interested in the “soul” of Pune.

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