The average temperature in India is likely to surge rapidly over the next five years.

The 5th of June every year is celebrated as World Environment Day across the globe. The event is led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and is supported by many government entities as well as non-governmental organizations.

World Environment Day's main objective is to raise awareness about various environmental issues (such as global warming, marine pollution, overpopulation, etc.), and promote action for the protection of the environment.

To mark the occasion today, let's learn the major reasons behind so much heat in our country this summer.

What's Causing Extreme Heat in India This Summer?

This summer, India is witnessing heat at an unprecedented level. The temperatures as well as humidity are soaring high, especially in the northwestern parts of the country. It is taking a huge toll on the common people, making them vulnerable to various issues.

In fact, summer came a lot earlier than usual in India this year. In February (which technically falls in the winter season), there were heat waves across Maharashtra, Konkan, and Kutch regions. Nowadays, most parts of India are witnessing temperatures of more than 40°C.

As experts suggest, the La Niña conditions are the main reason behind this. It makes the trade winds a lot stronger than usual and pushes warm water toward Asia. As Skymet Weather Services president GP Sharma said, "We are going through La Niña condition for the third consecutive year (it adversely impacts the Indian monsoon) ...this condition gives less than normal rainfalls...you can expect more heat... "

The extreme heat in India also owes to the anticyclone conditions. As Meteorologist Navdeep Dahiya said in an interview, "A very early and strong anti-cyclonic circulation is dominating the atmosphere over India and has already resulted in one of the earliest 40°C maximum temperatures in India."

And with no doubt, climate change is a big reason behind the rising temperatures in India. As experts suggest, the condition is likely to even worsen in the coming years.