What is the current temperature in Delhi?

The minimum temperature in Delhi has dropped as low as 2.9°C in Aya Nagar, with Safdarjung recording 4.8°C.

When will the coldwave end in Delhi?

Coldwave conditions are expected to continue in Delhi until Wednesday, January 15, 2026.

How is Delhi's air quality?

Delhi's air quality improved to 'poor' on Sunday, but is forecast to return to 'very poor' from January 12 to January 14.

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Delhi Freezes: Coldwave Grips Capital, Min Temp Hits 2.9°C

12 Jan

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Summary

Aya Nagar recorded a frigid 2.9°C, the lowest minimum temperature.
Palam experienced its coldest January morning in 13 years.
Coldwave conditions are forecast to continue until Wednesday.

Delhi Freezes: Coldwave Grips Capital, Min Temp Hits 2.9°C

Delhi shivered through Sunday as isolated areas experienced "coldwave" conditions, with the minimum temperature dropping to a stark 2.9°C at the Aya Nagar weather station. Safdarjung recorded 4.8°C, three degrees below normal, while Palam registered 3°C, marking its coldest January morning in 13 years.

Forecasters predict the coldwave will persist in the capital until Wednesday, with an orange alert issued for Monday and Tuesday. This classification signifies minimum temperatures below 10°C and a departure of at least 4.5°C from normal, or actual temperatures falling below 4°C.

Dense fog caused over 300 flights to be delayed at Indira Gandhi International Airport on Sunday. In addition to the biting cold, Delhi's air quality improved slightly to the 'poor' category, though it is expected to worsen to 'very poor' in the coming days.