- Delhi weather: Orange alert issued for today.
- Expect rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds.
- Pollution levels slightly up, but expected to improve later.
The weather in Delhi is set to change today. The Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert, which means there might be moderate rainfall and thunderstorms accompanied by strong winds blowing at speeds of 40 to 50 kilometers per hour.
This alert is for Saturday, so make sure to stay prepared!
Yesterday, Delhi experienced warmer weather than usual, with the temperature reaching nearly 30 degrees Celsius, which is three degrees higher than normal.
It felt a bit hot because of this. The Meteorological Department predicts that there might be rain later tonight due to something called a western disturbance.
Today, we can expect rain and strong winds in Delhi. The maximum temperature is expected to drop from yesterday’s 29.6 degrees Celsius to around 24 degrees Celsius.
The minimum temperature is likely to be 15 degrees Celsius. So, it might feel cooler compared to yesterday.
If you’re concerned about air quality, it’s important to note that pollution levels in Delhi have increased slightly after eight days of relief.
The air quality index (AQI) crossed 200 on Friday, which puts it in the poor category. However, there’s some good news.
The pollution levels are expected to decrease today, and the air quality might range from satisfactory to moderate.
Let’s take a look at the AQI of some cities in the National Capital Region (NCR). Faridabad’s AQI was 157, Ghaziabad’s was 159, Greater Noida’s was 198, and Noida’s was 175, all falling in the moderate category.
However, Gurugram’s AQI stood at 227, which is in the poor category.
So, if you’re heading out today, don’t forget to carry an umbrella or raincoat as there might be rain. Stay safe and enjoy the weather!