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Delhi Sizzles: Feb Mercury Hits Record Highs!
24 Feb
Summary
- Mercury surpassed 30 degrees Celsius for the third time this February.
- Temperatures are expected to reach 33 degrees by Friday, hinting at early summer.
- Poor air quality persists as the AQI remains in the unhealthy range.
New Delhi is grappling with exceptionally high temperatures this February, marking the third instance of the mercury breaching the 30-degree Celsius mark. The maximum temperature recorded recently was 30.5 degrees Celsius, significantly above the seasonal average. Forecasts indicate a further rise, with temperatures expected to touch 33 degrees Celsius by Friday, suggesting an unusually early onset of summer and the pre-monsoon season.
This intense heat is a rare occurrence for February, with historical data showing such high temperatures only a few times in the past 15 years. For context, the all-time February high was recorded in 2006. Amidst this heatwave, the city's air quality has also deteriorated, with the Air Quality Index consistently measuring in the poor range. The current AQI stands at 228, indicating unhealthy atmospheric conditions.
