Weather Shift Expected in NCR with Rain and Strong Winds on October 6

Noida, October 5 (Daily Kiran) : A significant weather change is on the horizon for the National Capital Region (NCR), including Delhi, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts thunderstorms and rain on October 6. Alongside the rainfall, strong winds are expected, which may lead to localized storm activity. This shift is anticipated to bring a drop in temperatures as well.

On October 5, temperatures are expected to reach a maximum of 36 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 24 degrees Celsius. However, the forecast for October 6 indicates a decrease, with highs of 34 degrees and lows of 22 degrees. Following this, temperatures may further decline to around 32 degrees on October 7, suggesting a potential drop of nearly four degrees over the next few days.

The weather is predicted to remain predominantly clear on October 5, maintaining the expected temperatures. However, a notable change is anticipated on October 6, with rain and thunderstorms likely, leading to a temperature of about 34/22 degrees.

On October 7, partial cloud cover is expected, with temperatures around 32 degrees for the maximum and 22 degrees for the minimum. The forecast for subsequent days includes temperatures of 33/22 degrees on October 8, 32/23 degrees on October 9, and 32/22 degrees on October 10, with partial cloudiness continuing.

Amid these weather changes, air quality in the NCR is raising concerns. Data from four active monitoring stations in Noida show alarming pollution levels. Sector 116 recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 350, placing it in the red zone. Other areas reported AQIs of 299 in Sector 125, 261 in Sector 1, and 187 in Sector 62. The most severe pollution is observed in Sector 116.

In Ghaziabad, pollution levels remain critical in several areas, with the AQI reaching 340 in Loni, also in the red zone. Other readings include 248 in Sanjay Nagar, 186 in Indirapuram, and 156 in Govindpuram, indicating that Loni is experiencing the worst air quality.

Monitoring stations in Delhi reflect a similar trend, with AQIs of 238 in Alipur, 222 in Bawana, 225 on Mathura Road, and 210 at Burari Crossing. Other areas such as Chandni Chowk and Anand Vihar recorded AQIs of 198 and 179, respectively. The significant disparities in air quality across the NCR are evident, especially with the alarming figures from Noida’s Sector 116 and Ghaziabad’s Loni.

In light of the increasing pollution, attention is being given to dust and construction activities. Various hotspots have been identified across the NCR, with 14 construction and demolition sites contributing to the pollution, while dust from roads is also a major factor.

The dry weather and rising dust particles could worsen the situation. However, the anticipated rain and strong winds on October 6 may provide some relief, potentially settling dust particles and improving air quality temporarily.