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Delhi Temperature: Delhi on Sunday witnessed a significant drop in nighttime temperature, with the mercury dipping to 6°C. This came on a day when the national
capital recorded its coldest day in December so far, along with the first cold wave day of the season. The city woke up to dense fog, which mixed with toxic smog, severely affecting visibility across several areas. Owing to the low visibility, multiple airlines issued passenger advisories, warning that flight operations could be disrupted. While there is no alert for Sunday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Monday and a yellow alert for Tuesday, predicting another cold day in the capital.
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Delhi AQI Today
AQI surged into the ‘very poor’ to ‘severe’ range. The overall AQI in Delhi stood at 396 in the early morning hours. Several areas recorded pollution levels in the ‘severe’ category, with Ashok Vihar reporting an AQI of 452.- Dwarka Sector 8: 425
- IGI Airport: 340
- Dilshad Garden: 383
- ITO: 410
- Lodhi Road: 354
- Mundka: 435
Delhi Flight Status
Due to poor visibility at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport on Saturday, over 129 flights were cancelled, leaving several passengers stranded and searching for alternative travel options.
Airline major IndiGo also issued an advance advisory, urging passengers to check their flight status before leaving for the airport.
“Early-morning fog is expected to affect visibility across Delhi and parts of northern India. During these hours, visibility can reduce suddenly, impacting flight operations,” the airline said in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
Delhi Weather Forecast
20 December: Delhi is likely to witness moderate fog conditions through the day. Temperatures will hover around 17°C, with high humidity contributing to reduced visibility.
21 December: The national capital is expected to experience a cold day, accompanied by dense to very dense fog, especially during the morning hours. Foggy conditions may persist into the forenoon.
22 December: Dense fog is forecast during the morning, gradually easing to moderate levels later in the day. Temperatures are expected to range between 9°C and 21°C amid high humidity.
23 December: Moderate fog is likely to prevail, particularly during the early hours. Daytime temperatures may rise to around 22°C, offering slight relief from the cold.
24 December: Foggy conditions are expected to continue, with moderate fog dominating the morning period. Temperatures may range between 9°C and 19°C.
25 December: Delhi may see moderate fog in the morning, with relatively clearer conditions later in the day. The maximum temperature is likely to stay close to 19°C.
26 December:Dense fog is expected to return during the morning hours, impacting visibility across the city. Temperatures may range between 7°C and 19°C under humid conditions.
