What was the air quality in Delhi after the rain on Friday?

After the light rain and thunderstorms on Friday, January 23, 2026, Delhi's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 297, which is classified as 'poor'.

What is the expected temperature change in Delhi in the coming days?

A drop in minimum temperatures of 5-6°C is expected in Delhi over the next three days, from January 24 to January 26, 2026.

What will the skies be like in Delhi for the next week?

Delhi is expected to have partly cloudy skies on January 25-26, 2026, and generally cloudy skies on January 23, 24, 27, and 29, with morning fog likely for the next six days.

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Delhi Air Quality Improves After Friday Rains

24 Jan

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Summary

Delhi experienced light rain and thunderstorms on Friday.
Air quality in Delhi remained in the 'poor' category.
A drop in minimum temperatures is expected over the next three days.

Delhi Air Quality Improves After Friday Rains

Delhi and surrounding areas experienced light rain and thunderstorms on Friday, January 23, 2026. This weather event brought a temporary improvement in air quality and visibility across the national capital.

The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) for Delhi was recorded at 297 at 7 am on Friday, placing it in the 'poor' category. While this marked a marginal improvement from the previous day's AQI of 312 (which was in the 'very poor' category), many areas still suffered from poor air quality.

Looking ahead, a fall in minimum temperatures of 5-6°C is anticipated over the next three days, January 24-26, 2026. The weather is expected to be partly cloudy on January 25-26, and generally cloudy on January 23, 24, 27, and 29, with shallow to moderate fog possible in the mornings for the next six days.

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