What caused travel disruptions in Delhi on Monday?

Dense fog significantly reduced visibility to 100 meters, leading to over 300 flight delays in Delhi on Monday.

How did the temperature change in Delhi due to the fog?

The daytime temperature dropped by seven degrees Celsius, creating a cold-day situation, with the maximum temperature recorded at 17.5 degrees Celsius.

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

The India Meteorological Department expects a rise in daytime temperatures and a drop in minimum temperatures, with dense fog on Tuesday and moderate fog on Wednesday.

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Delhi Drenched in Dense Fog: Travel Chaos Ensues

3 Feb

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Summary

Dense fog caused over 300 flight delays in Delhi on Monday.
Daytime temperature dropped significantly, creating a cold-day scenario.
Visibility reduced to 100 meters in key areas due to thick fog.

Delhi Drenched in Dense Fog: Travel Chaos Ensues

New Delhi experienced a significant cold-day-like situation on Monday as dense fog reduced visibility to just 100 meters in areas like Safdarjung and Palam. This severe weather event led to a substantial seven-degree Celsius drop in daytime temperatures, with the maximum recorded at 17.5 degrees Celsius, five notches below the usual for this time of year. The disruption extended to air travel, with over 300 flights facing delays. Despite the fog, no flights were cancelled or diverted. Minimum temperatures saw a slight increase, recorded at 10.4 degrees Celsius. Looking ahead, the India Meteorological Department predicts a rise in daytime temperatures and a drop in minimums over the next few days. Moderate fog is also expected on Wednesday, following dense fog conditions on Tuesday. Air quality, however, fluctuated between poor and moderate. The daytime temperature is expected to remain below normal on Tuesday.