Synopsis
Delhi-NCR welcomed light rainfall on Feb 4, with continuing showers expected. The IMD links this weather to a western disturbance, providing some relief from pollution and improving air quality. While temperatures remain mild, the AQI shows signs of enhancement post-rain. The weather is anticipated to shift again with more rain expected soon.Key Takeaways
- Delhi-NCR experienced light rainfall on Feb 4.
- IMD predicts continued showers throughout the day.
- The rainfall provides temporary relief from pollution.
- Air Quality Index shows improvement but remains in the 'Poor' category.
- Further weather changes are expected with more disturbances coming.
New Delhi, Feb 4 (NationPress) Residents of Delhi-NCR experienced gentle rainfall on Tuesday morning, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) anticipates that the precipitation will persist throughout the day.
This rainfall is attributed to a new western disturbance influencing the area, providing slight relief from pollution.
The IMD predicts that the rain will taper off by Wednesday, February 5, with fog conditions expected to intensify in Delhi. Although dense fog remains in certain isolated regions, the weather department has also indicated a chance of a thunderstorm on Tuesday.
The city registered a minimum temperature of 12 degrees Celsius, which is considered above normal for February, while the maximum temperature is anticipated to reach 21 degrees Celsius.
This rainfall has led to an improvement in Delhi's air quality, although pollution levels continue to fall within the 'Poor' category. As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data recorded at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, the Air Quality Index (AQI) was 265 in Chandni Chowk, 232 at ITO, 132 on Lodhi Road, and 228 on Sri Aurobindo Marg.
The overall AQI is projected to enhance further after the rainfall.
In Haryana's Gurugram, the AQI was recorded at 302 in the 'Very Poor' category, while in Faridabad it was 217 in the 'Poor' category.
Recently, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) had implemented Stage 3 measures of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) after the AQI surpassed the 350 threshold, triggering stricter pollution control strategies in the city.
Additionally, the IMD has forecasted a temporary rise in minimum temperatures across northwest India over the next two days, followed by a gradual decrease of 2-3 degrees over the next three days.
Weather conditions are expected to remain volatile as another western disturbance is predicted to affect northern India starting February 8, leading to further fluctuations in temperature and atmospheric conditions.
Besides Delhi, the IMD has also predicted rainfall across the western Himalayan region and various parts of northwest India until February 5.
The evolving weather patterns continue to influence conditions in the northern region, keeping residents alert for additional showers and temperature changes in the days to come.
