What is the current air quality situation in Delhi?

The air quality in Delhi remains "very poor" as of November 7th, 2025, with the 24-hour rolling average AQI at 309 at 9am.

What is the expected weather forecast for Delhi in the coming days?

Persistent cold northwesterly winds are expected to further lower the mercury by 1-2°C over the weekend, with the minimum temperature likely to drop below 10°C by Monday.

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Delhi Blanketed in Polluted Haze as Temperatures Dip Below Normal

7 Nov

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Summary

Minimum temperature 2°C below normal, expected to drop further
Stubble smoke contribution to Delhi's air pollution reaches season high
Calm winds and local emissions exacerbate smog conditions

Delhi Blanketed in Polluted Haze as Temperatures Dip Below Normal

As of November 7th, 2025, Delhi is grappling with a severe air pollution crisis, with a thick haze of pollutants and shallow fog shrouding the city in the early hours. The minimum temperature has dipped to 12.7°C, which is two degrees below normal, and persistent cold northwesterly winds are expected to further lower the mercury by 1-2°C over the weekend.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the minimum temperature is likely to drop below 10°C by Monday, as the clear skies and lack of surface heating during the day contribute to the cooling effect at night. The Lodhi Road weather station recorded the lowest minimum of 11.2°C on Friday, followed by 11.4°C at Ayanagar, with the air quality remaining "very poor".

The air pollution situation in Delhi has been exacerbated by the intrusion of stubble smoke, firecracker emissions from Gurpurab, and local emissions, leading to a smoke-filled sky until wind speed picked up from 10am onwards on Thursday. The contribution of stubble smoke to Delhi's air pollution has reached a season high of 9.5% on Thursday and is forecast to touch 38% on Friday, further deteriorating the city's air quality.