Delhi AQI improves to ‘moderate’ as smog lingers, IMD predicts foggy conditions

Delhi AQI Today: According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), there has been a slight improvement in air quality in India's capital, - Delhi. The Air Quality Index (AQI) level at 7 am on Sunday was 196, which falls in the 'moderate' category. This is an improvement over Saturday, when the AQI at 4 pm was 227, which falls in the 'poor' category.

Worst-Hit Areas Record ‘Poor’ Air Quality

Meanwhile, Mundka in Delhi recorded the highest AQI level at 266, followed by Pusa 257, Narela 247, Rohini 247, Ashok Vihar 243, Jahangirpuri 242, Wazirpur 239, Nehru Nagar 237, Shadipur 236, Bawana 231, Vivek Vihar 231, Sirifort 222, and Chandani Chowk 220 in the 'poor' category.

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Cleanest Air Seen at Sri Aurobindo Marg, IGI Airport

The lowest AQI level of 126 was recorded at Sri Aurobindo Marg, followed by 131 at IGI Airport, 136 at Aya Nagar, 139 at Lodhi Road, 140 at Major Dhyan Chand Stadium, 141 at IIT Delhi and 145 at Mandir Marg.

Smog Persists Despite Improvement

Despite this improvement, a thin layer of smog persists in parts of the city, and overall air quality remains poor. The temperature levels on Sunday remained similar to Saturday, as yesterday the AQI was recorded at 260 in Anand Vihar, and 237 in RK Puram, which falls in the "poor" category.

Busy Morning Traffic, ITO and Chandni Chowk Remain Polluted

Delhi's ITO witnessed a busy morning, and its AQI was 223, which falls in the 'poor' category, while Chandni Chowk's AQI was 232.

Several Locations Remain in ‘Moderate’ Zone

Aya Nagar recorded an AQI of 151; IGI Airport (T3) recorded 138, and Pusa recorded 157, all in the 'moderate' category.

AQI Categories Explained

According to the AQI classification, a reading between 0 and 50 is considered 'good', 51 to 100 'satisfactory', 101 to 200 'moderate', 201 to 300 'poor', 301 to 400 'very poor' and 401 to 500 'severe'.

Delhi Weather Today: Foggy Morning, Stable Temperatures

The maximum temperature in the national capital is expected to be 23 degrees Celsius, and the minimum temperature is expected to be 10 degrees Celsius. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted foggy conditions today.

Tamil Nadu Weather: Rising Day Temperatures, Fog to Persist

Day temperatures are likely to rise gradually in Tamil Nadu in the coming days, with the regional meteorological department forecasting an increase of up to 2 degrees Celsius above normal levels by February 11. The weather is likely to remain largely dry in the state and neighbouring Puducherry, and no significant rainfall is forecast for at least a week.

Fog Advisory Issued for Several Districts

According to officials, the current weather pattern indicates stable and dry atmospheric conditions, which will contribute to a steady rise in maximum temperatures. Although the day is likely to be warmer than normal, dense fog will prevail in many districts during the morning. The department has issued an advisory saying that at least nine districts are likely to experience moderate fog and mist in the early morning hours.

These include the hill district of Nilgiris and interior regions such as Dindigul, Salem, Erode and Krishnagiri. Fog is also likely to persist in Dharmapuri, Tirupattur, Vellore and Ranipet districts.

Chennai to See Partly Cloudy Skies, No Rain Expected

Chennai is expected to experience partly cloudy skies for the next few days. Light fog is expected in the morning, before becoming hot and humid as the day progresses. Like most parts of the state, the city will also not receive any rainfall during this period. Meteorologists said the region is dominated by dry continental winds due to the absence of active weather systems like low-pressure areas or cyclonic circulation. This has limited cloud formation and rainfall, while day temperatures have gradually increased.

With Agencies Input