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Delhi Braces for Rain: AQI Improves Amidst Western Disturbance
22 Jan
Summary
- Light to moderate rainfall is forecasted for Delhi over the next few days.
- A yellow alert has been issued for Friday due to expected thunderstorms and gusty winds.
- Delhi's air quality index has improved, moving from 'severe' to 'very poor' and 'poor' categories.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall across Delhi for the next few days. A yellow alert is in effect for Friday, anticipating thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. This weather pattern, driven by a western disturbance, is expected to bring cloudy skies and intermittent rain spells throughout the day.
This incoming weather system is also predicted to influence temperature fluctuations. Minimum temperatures are expected to rise to between 12-14°C by Friday, before dipping again over the weekend. Conversely, maximum temperatures are forecast to decrease, likely falling between 19-21°C on Friday.
In positive news, Delhi's air quality has seen considerable improvement. The 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) has moved from the 'severe' category to 'very poor' and is projected to further improve to the 'poor' category by Saturday. This enhancement is attributed to moderate wind speeds helping to dissipate pollutants, while Stage-3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (Grap) remains in effect as a precaution.
