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Delhi Swelters: Mercury Hits 43°C Amidst Heat Stress Warnings
9 Jun
Summary
- Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 29.2°C, 1.6 degrees above average.
- The maximum temperature is forecast to reach approximately 43°C.
- Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) is currently in the moderate category at 161.
Delhi experienced a warm Tuesday morning on June 9, 2026, with the minimum temperature recorded at 29.2°C, which is 1.6 degrees above the season's average. Several weather stations across the national capital registered varying minimum temperatures. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a high of approximately 43°C for the day, accompanied by strong surface winds during daylight hours.
Furthermore, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reported Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) at 161 as of 9 a.m. on June 9, 2026. This AQI value falls into the "moderate" category, according to the CPCB's classification system. A recent study suggests that the combination of heat and humidity, particularly with a warming climate, could extend periods of summer heat stress in India.
