Rain Brings Relief from Heat and Improves Air Quality in Delhi-NCR
Recent rainfall in Delhi-NCR has lowered temperatures and improved air quality, providing much-needed relief from the heat.
New Delhi, October 16 (Daily Kiran) : Recent weather changes in Delhi-NCR have brought a welcome shift from the recent heat and humidity. Following several hot days, residents are now experiencing cooler temperatures. According to the latest forecast from the Meteorological Department, thunderstorms and rain are expected across various parts of the region on October 16.
This change in weather has not only reduced temperatures but has also led to an improvement in air quality. Data from the Indian Meteorological Department indicates that the maximum temperature reached 30 degrees Celsius, while the minimum dipped to 18 degrees Celsius on October 16.
Forecasts for Friday predict thunderstorms accompanied by rain. Looking ahead, temperatures are expected to rise to 32 degrees Celsius on October 17, with a minimum of 21 degrees. The skies will remain partly cloudy. From October 18 to 21, clearer weather is anticipated, with maximum temperatures hovering between 32 and 33 degrees Celsius and minimums between 19 and 20 degrees. This drop in temperature has led to a noticeable chill in the evenings.
Air quality across the NCR has significantly improved, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) now in the green zone. In various areas of Delhi, the AQI readings are as follows: 24 (green) in the Cantonment area, 39 (green) in Badarpur, 60 (green) in Burari, and 99 (satisfactory) in Anand Vihar.
In Noida, AQI levels are also encouraging, with readings of 59 (green) in Sector-1 and 101 (satisfactory) in Sector-62. Ghaziabad has seen similar improvements, with an AQI of 36 (green) in Govindpuram and 144 (satisfactory) in Loni.
The Meteorological Department reports that the weather will remain dry and clear for the next few days. The recent rain and cool winds have provided significant relief from both heat and pollution for residents of the NCR. However, experts warn that pollution levels may rise again towards the end of October and the beginning of November due to crop burning and festivities.
