Top Indian News
+

Delhi wakes up to drizzles, IMD predicts thunderstorms, fog in coming days

Delhi: Delhi experienced light rainfall early on Tuesday due to a western disturbance, with intermittent drizzles expected throughout the day. The IMD predicts a rise in temperature for two days before a slight dip, with another western disturbance set to impact northern India from February 8.

Author
Edited By: Muskan Dhami
Follow us:

delhi AQI (file)

Delhi: Delhi experienced light rainfall early on Tuesday, bringing slight relief from pollution. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that intermittent drizzles are expected to continue throughout the day due to a fresh western disturbance. However, the rainfall is likely to subside by Wednesday, February 5, with dense fog conditions making a return to the national capital. The IMD has also indicated a possibility of a thunderstorm later in the day.

Temperature & Weather Patterns in Northern India

The minimum temperature in Delhi currently stands at 12°C, which is above the seasonal average for February, while the maximum temperature is expected to reach 21°C. Humidity levels were recorded at 96% in the city on Tuesday morning.

According to the IMD, the minimum temperature across northwest India will rise slightly for the next two days, followed by a gradual dip of 2-3°C over the next three days. Another active western disturbance is likely to impact northern India starting February 8, causing another fluctuation in weather conditions.

Rainfall is expected in North-West India & Himalayan region

IMD has also predicted rainfall across the western Himalayan region and other parts of north-western India until February 5. The changing weather patterns are expected to influence temperature variations and air quality in the coming days.

Delhi’s air quality remains poor despite rainfall

While the light showers provided some temporary relief, Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) still remains in the poor category. The AQI readings at various locations in the city as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data at 7 AM were:

  • Chandni Chowk: 265
  • ITO: 232
  • Lodhi Road: 132
  • Sri Aurobindo Marg: 228

The rainfall has led to a marginal improvement in air quality, but pollution levels continue to remain a concern.

GRAP stage 3 measures in effect

Last week, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) invoked Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) after Delhi’s AQI crossed the 350-mark. Under these measures, several restrictions were implemented, including a ban on non-essential construction & demolition activities, suspension of mining operations & closure of stone crushers, and a ban on older diesel vehicles in the capital. Authorities continue to monitor pollution levels, and further actions will be taken if the AQI worsens in the coming days.

×