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Delhi Air Quality Shifts to Moderate Amidst Shifting Winds
12 Feb
Summary
- Delhi's air quality improved to moderate on Thursday due to increased wind speeds.
- Minimum temperature was 11.6°C, one degree above normal, with slight increase expected.
- Western disturbances are influencing weather and air quality in the region.
As of Thursday, February 12, 2026, Delhi's air quality has improved to a "moderate" level, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 194. This marks a significant decrease from the "very poor" levels seen previously. The improvement is largely due to increased wind speeds, reaching up to 20 km per hour.
The minimum temperature on Thursday was 11.6°C, which is one degree above the seasonal normal. A slight increase of 1-2°C is anticipated over the weekend. Maximum temperatures have been fluctuating, generally staying between 25°C and 28°C.
The current weather pattern is influenced by western disturbances impacting the western Himalayan region. Forecasts indicate that wind speeds will remain elevated, aiding in air quality improvement, although the AQI is expected to return to the "poor" category by Saturday.
Further western disturbances are predicted for February 13 and mid-February, potentially bringing isolated rain or snow to the western Himalayas. There's a possibility of scattered rain in the plains, including Delhi, around February 17, though no significant temperature drops are expected.
