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Delhi Sees Wettest March in 3 Years Amidst Record Heat
31 Mar
Summary
- Delhi experienced its wettest March in three years, recording 19.82 mm of rainfall.
- The national capital's average March temperature was the highest in four years.
- March 2026 was Delhi's most polluted March in four years with an average AQI of 181.
Delhi experienced a mix of weather phenomena as March 2026 drew to a close. The city recorded 19.82 mm of rainfall, marking it as the wettest March in three years and significantly higher than preceding years.
In parallel, March 2026 was also exceptionally warm, registering an average maximum temperature of 32.6 degrees Celsius, the highest in four years. This aligns with a broader trend of rising temperatures across the month.
Furthermore, the month concluded with concerning air quality data. Delhi saw its most polluted March in four years, with the average Air Quality Index reaching 181. This places the city's air quality in the 'moderate' category, with forecasts suggesting it will remain so in early April.
