Delhi AQI Crosses 400 In Several Areas Ahead Of Diwali; Dry Weather, Falling Temperatures Ahead

Delhi's air pollution has begun worsening ahead of Diwali, with the national capital recording an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 324 on Monday, November 2, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Several areas reported AQI levels above 400, indicating 'severe' air pollution.

The AQI stood at 326 at 5 am on Tuesday. According to the IMD, Delhi is likely to witness partly cloudy skies on Tuesday, November 3. Residents can expect some chill during the morning hours, followed by sunshine as the day progresses.

The maximum temperature is likely to remain between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is expected to range from 15 to 17 degrees Celsius. North-westerly winds are likely to blow at speeds of 5-10 kmph.

Delhi recorded an average minimum temperature of 16.4 degrees Celsius on Monday, a drop of 1.6 degrees from the previous reading. The maximum temperature stood at 29.5 degrees Celsius, marking an increase of 0.5 degrees, although it remained 1 degree below the seasonal average.

Palam recorded the lowest maximum temperature in the city at 27.2 degrees Celsius. The maximum temperature was 29.1 degrees Celsius in Noida and 30.5 degrees Celsius in Ghaziabad. Some parts of Delhi witnessed light fog during the morning hours.

According to the IMD, the maximum temperature showed no significant change over the past 24 hours, while minimum temperatures dropped by 1-2 degrees. During this period, minimum temperatures across the capital remained between 16 and 17 degrees Celsius, while maximum temperatures ranged from 27 to 29 degrees Celsius.

North-westerly winds continued to prevail, reaching speeds of 10-15 kmph over the past 24 hours, the weather department said. Delhi's average AQI was 324 on November 2, reaching 326 by 5 am on November 3. Some areas reported 'severe' levels above 400, indicating worsening pollution.

Delhi expects partly cloudy skies with sunshine and dry weather until November 8. Night temperatures are likely to fall gradually, but maximum temperatures will remain stable. On Monday, the average minimum temperature was 16.4°C and the maximum was 29.5°C.

Across the capital, minimums ranged 16-17°C, and maximums 27-29°C. North-westerly winds were observed at 10-15 kmph in the past 24 hours. They are forecast to blow at 5-10 kmph on November 3. ABP Live News delivers round-the-clock coverage of India and the world, tracking politics, policy, governance, crime, courts and breaking developments, while offering sharp, verified reporting that helps readers stay informed, aware and connected to the stories shaping public life.