New Delhi, September 10 (Daily Kiran) : As the monsoon continues to evolve, the weather in Delhi-NCR is poised for a shift. According to local forecasts, cloud cover is expected to persist over the region, with light to moderate rainfall anticipated from September 11 to 16.
On September 10, the skies are expected to be partly cloudy, setting the stage for the upcoming rain. This change in weather is likely to affect both temperatures and air quality. The maximum temperature for September 10 is projected to be around 35 degrees Celsius, with a minimum of 27 degrees Celsius. Currently, no weather warnings have been issued by the meteorological department.
For September 11, temperatures are expected to drop slightly, with a maximum of 33 degrees and a minimum of 26 degrees. This day may see overcast skies along with light rain. The forecast for September 12 suggests a further decline in temperature, with a maximum of 31 degrees and a minimum of 26 degrees, accompanied by a likelihood of moderate rain.
On September 13, the maximum temperature is expected to be 32 degrees, with a minimum of 26 degrees, as light rain and cloud cover continue. The trend of cooler temperatures is set to persist on September 14, with highs around 31 degrees and lows at 26 degrees, alongside chances of light rain and humidity levels ranging between 75 to 90 percent.
By September 15, temperatures are forecasted to range from 31 to 24 degrees Celsius, with the skies remaining generally cloudy. As rainfall activities diminish, air quality in Delhi-NCR has already begun to show signs of deterioration. Current air quality index (AQI) readings indicate that several areas in Delhi report levels above 100. Specific readings include an AQI of 142 in Alipur, 91 in Anand Vihar, 143 in Ashok Vihar, 109 in Aya Nagar, 247 in Bawana, and 125 at Burari Crossing.
Bawana recorded the worst air quality at an AQI of 247, while Anand Vihar and the Cantonment area reported relatively better conditions with AQIs of 91 and 92, respectively. Data from Noida also suggests a rising pollution trend, with AQIs of 218 in Sector 125, 133 in Sector 62, and 198 in Sector 116, indicating significant variability in air quality across the city.
In Ghaziabad, the air quality situation is mixed. Monitoring stations recorded an AQI of 64 in Govindpuram, 65 in Indirapuram, and 96 in Loni, reflecting better air quality. Conversely, Sanjay Nagar, Vasundhara, and Ved Vihar-Loni reported AQIs of 172, 166, and 170, respectively. This highlights the stark differences in air quality within various parts of the same city.
It is evident that while rain may provide temporary relief by settling dust and pollutants, the air quality is likely to worsen again as the effects of rainfall diminish. The expected rain from September 11 to 16 could offer much-needed respite for the NCR region, potentially improving air quality in the short term.
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