No Relief For Delhi Residents As Air Quality Remains ‘Poor’; Minimum Temperature Drops To 12°C

The residents of Delhi get to take no sign of relief as the national capital woke up to a slightly warmer morning on Thursday as the minimum temperature settled at 12.6 degrees Celsius.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), this is just 0.1 degree above the normal temperature for this time of the season.

The weather in the national capital remained comfortable in the early hours, offering a pleasant start to the day for residents.

Maximum Temperature Likely Around 31°C

The IMD has predicted that the maximum temperature in Delhi is expected to reach around 31 degrees Celsius during the day. With clear skies and bright sunshine, the afternoon is likely to feel warm, though not extreme.

The changing temperature indicates that the city is gradually moving towards warmer days as the season shifts.

Humidity levels were recorded at 86 percent at 8:30 am on Thursday. High humidity in the morning can make the weather feel slightly sticky or uncomfortable for some people, even when temperatures are moderate.

Air Quality Falls into 'Poor' Category

While the weather remained pleasant, Delhi's air quality continued to be a concern. At 9 am on Thursday, the Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 201, placing it in the "poor" category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Air quality in the poor category can cause breathing discomfort for people with respiratory problems and may affect overall health if exposure continues for long periods.