New Delhi Weather Update Today: Stay informed with the fresh weather updates in the capital. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted a maximum temperature of 24.0°C in Delhi, cooling down to 6.0°C at night. The air quality however is a matter of concern as it was recorded as 442 at 7 am under the ‘severe’ category on Wednesday. A Yellow alert has been issued due to fog. Dive into more details to know about today’s weather, current temperature trends, and what to expect in the coming week.
Recent Weather Data For New Delhi
- Yesterday, we saw a maximum temperature of 24.4°C, which was 2.0°C above what we typically expect.
- The chill this morning settled at a minimum of 6.0°C.
- There hasn’t been any rainfall in the past day; a dry spell continues.
Current Air Quality In New Delhi
The Air Quality Index (AQI) today is quite worrisome at 394, categorized as “Hazardous“. The main offender is PM2.5 particles.
Health advisory: Extra caution is advised as everyone could face severe health risks.
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Upcoming Week’s Weather And Air Quality Forecast For New Delhi
| Date | Max Temp (°C) | Min Temp (°C) | Weather | AQI (PM2.5) | AQI Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-18 | 24.0 | 6.0 | Dense Fog | 394 | Hazardous |
| 2024-12-19 | 23.0 | 5.0 | Dense Fog | 194 | Unhealthy |
| 2024-12-20 | 24.0 | 6.0 | Dense Fog | 178 | Unhealthy |
| 2024-12-21 | 23.0 | 7.0 | Shallow Fog | 169 | Unhealthy |
| 2024-12-22 | 22.0 | 5.0 | Fog | 169 | Unhealthy |
| 2024-12-23 | 22.0 | 5.0 | Fog | 167 | Unhealthy |
Alerts And Warnings For New Delhi
| Date | Warning Description | Alert Level |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-18 | Fog | Yellow alert |
| 2024-12-19 | Fog | Yellow alert |
| 2024-12-20 | Fog | Yellow alert |
| 2024-12-21 | No Warning | No alert |
| 2024-12-22 | No Warning | No alert |
Other Cities
| City | Min | Max | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | 6.0 | 24.0 | Dense Fog |
| Kolkata | 14.0 | 26.0 | Fog/mist in the morning and mainly clear sky later |
| Chennai | 24.0 | 27.0 | Generally cloudy sky with Heavy rain |
| Bengaluru | 16.0 | 28.0 | Mist |
New Delhi 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!
