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Delhi Chokes: AQI Hits 350 in 'Very Poor' Zone
15 Nov
Summary
- Delhi's air quality registered 350 on the AQI scale, classified as 'very poor'.
- Most monitoring stations indicated 'very poor' or 'severe' air quality levels.
- The minimum temperature dropped significantly below the seasonal average.
On the morning of Sunday, November 15, 2026, Delhi's air quality was categorized as 'very poor,' with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 350. Data from 54 monitoring stations revealed that 47 stations recorded 'very poor' air quality, while seven stations indicated 'severe' conditions. The IIT Delhi monitoring station reported the highest AQI at 428, followed closely by ITO at 414.
Adding to the environmental concerns, the minimum temperature in Delhi was 18.6 degrees Celsius, which is 5.1 degrees below the usual seasonal average, according to the India Meteorological Department. The weather forecast predicts a cloudy sky with the possibility of light rain or drizzle, and the maximum temperature is expected to reach 27 degrees Celsius. Relative humidity stood at 91 percent at 8:30 a.m.
