Darjeeling Weather Update Today: Good day to all our readers! Here’s what’s on the horizon for Darjeeling this January 17, 2025. The latest news from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) tells us that residents can expect the mercury to rise up to 20.0°C, while it might dip down to a chilly 6.0°C. The air quality isn’t the best today, with an AQI reading of 99. Be prepared for dense fog as a Yellow alert has been declared for fog in the region.
Curious about the day’s weather details? Here’s more on the current temperatures in Darjeeling and what to expect over the next week:
- 🌅 Sunrise: 06:27
- 🌄 Sunset: 17:06
- 🌙 Moonrise: 20:24
- 🌑 Moonset: 08:45
Yesterday’s Weather Recap For Darjeeling – West Bengal
- Yesterday’s Maximum Temperature: 12.4°C, a bit cooler than usual by 1.4°C
- Today’s Minimum Temperature: 4.0°C
- No rainfall over the past day
Air Quality Check For Darjeeling – West Bengal
Today, the Air Quality Index (AQI) stands at 99. It’s classified as “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups“, mainly due to the presence of PM2.5 particles.
If you’re part of a sensitive group, take care as you might feel the effects of the air quality. For the rest, it’s business as usual.
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Upcoming Week’s Weather And Air Quality Forecast For Darjeeling – West Bengal
| Date | Max Temp (°C) | Min Temp (°C) | Weather | AQI (PM2.5) | AQI Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-17 | 16.0 | 4.0 | Dense Fog | 113 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-01-18 | 16.0 | 4.0 | Mainly Clear sky | 143 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-01-19 | 16.0 | 5.0 | Mainly Clear sky | 146 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-01-20 | 16.0 | 5.0 | Mainly Clear sky | 138 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-01-21 | 16.0 | 6.0 | Mainly Clear sky | 138 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-01-22 | 17.0 | 7.0 | Mainly Clear sky | 140 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
Alerts and Warnings for Darjeeling – West Bengal
| Date | Warning Description | Alert Level |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-16 | Fog | Yellow alert |
| 2025-01-17 | Fog | Yellow alert |
| 2025-01-18 | No Warning | No alert |
| 2025-01-19 | No Warning | No alert |
| 2025-01-20 | No Warning | No alert |
Other Cities
| City | Min | Max | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | 8.0 | 19.0 | Very Dense Fog |
| Kolkata | 12.0 | 24.0 | Mainly Clear sky |
| Chennai | 23.0 | 30.0 | Partly cloudy sky |
| Bengaluru | 19.0 | 28.0 | Fog/mist in the morning and mainly clear sky later |
Darjeeling – West Bengal Weather: FAQs
These particles come from sources like car exhaust, industrial emissions, fires, and dust. PM 2.5 is harmful because it can cause health problems, especially in the lungs and heart, leading to issues like asthma, lung disease, and heart attacks.
If you need to go outside, wear an N95 mask to block tiny particles.
Abbreviations
- IMD: Indian Meteorological Department
- AQI: Air Quality Index
- PM2.5: Particulate Matter (2.5 micrometers)
Stay informed and plan your week accordingly!
