The air quality in Delhi stayed in the ‘poor’ category with an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of 271 on Saturday morning, as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Various monitoring stations in Delhi reported ‘poor’ to ‘very poor’ air quality levels, with areas like Anand Vihar, Jahangirpuri, and Mundka showing high AQI readings. Neighboring areas like Noida also faced concerning air quality levels.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast very light to light rainfall in Delhi on January 31, with a ‘Yellow alert’ issued for the city. Thunderstorms are expected to develop in the evening, accompanied by lightning and strong winds. The maximum temperature in Delhi is predicted to be around 21 degrees Celsius, with a minimum around 7 degrees Celsius.
IMD has warned of a rainy spell extending into the next week, with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds expected. The weather may remain partly cloudy on February 4 and 5, with fog likely during morning hours over the next few days. Dense fog conditions are also anticipated in several northern regions during this period.
