Delhi Residents Enjoy Pleasant Morning with Cooler Temperatures

On Monday morning, Delhi residents experienced a refreshing change in weather as temperatures dipped below normal levels. The India Meteorological Department reported the lowest temperature at Lodhi Road, significantly cooler than the seasonal average. With no rainfall recorded and a forecast of partially cloudy skies, the maximum temperature is expected to reach 31 degrees Celsius. Additionally, the Central Pollution Control Board indicated that the air quality remains in the 'moderate' category. This article provides a detailed overview of the current weather conditions and air quality in the capital, encouraging readers to stay informed.
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Delhi Residents Enjoy Pleasant Morning with Cooler Temperatures

Cooler Weather Brings Relief to Delhi

Residents of Delhi experienced a refreshing morning on Monday as the minimum temperatures across various parts of the city were recorded slightly below normal. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), several weather stations in Delhi reported a drop in mercury levels. The lowest minimum temperature was noted at Lodhi Road, where it reached 16.6 degrees Celsius, which is 2.4 degrees lower than the seasonal average. Other significant weather stations reported the following temperatures: Ayanagar at 16.7 degrees Celsius (2.2 degrees below normal), Safdarjung (base station) at 17.7 degrees Celsius, Ridge at 17.8 degrees Celsius, and Palam at 17.9 degrees Celsius.


Weather Forecast and Air Quality

As of 8:30 AM, no rainfall was recorded at these five stations over the past 24 hours, and the sky is expected to remain partially cloudy throughout the day. The maximum temperature is anticipated to reach around 31 degrees Celsius. Additionally, the Central Pollution Control Board reported that Delhi's air quality remained in the 'moderate' category, with an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 123. According to the CPCB, an AQI between 0-50 is considered 'good', 51-100 is 'satisfactory', 101-200 is 'moderate', 201-300 is 'poor', 301-400 is 'very poor', and 401-500 is classified as 'severe'.