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Delhi's Air Quality Stays 'Poor' Amid Unseasonal February Warmth

The air quality in Delhi-NCR remained in the 'poor' category, with an AQI of 267 and several areas like Mundka and Narela recording 'very poor' levels. Concurrently, residents are experiencing unseasonal warmth, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting maximum temperatures around 25-26°C over the coming days. Morning mist is expected to persist, but no significant change in weather or rainfall is predicted for the region. Across India, dry conditions are likely to prevail, with only isolated light snowfall in northern mountainous areas.

Key Points: Delhi AQI Poor, Temperatures Rise in February Weather Shift

  • Delhi AQI at 267, 'poor' category
  • Several areas record 'very poor' levels
  • IMD forecasts rising February temperatures
  • Mist likely in mornings, no major weather change
  • Dry weather expected across most of India
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Delhi's AQI remains 'poor'; change in weather conditions as temperatures rise

Delhi-NCR air quality remains poor with AQI at 267. IMD forecasts rising temperatures and morning mist, with no significant weather change expected.

"The air quality in the Delhi-NCR remained in the 'poor' category on Tuesday morning, with the Air Quality Index rising to 267 - Central Pollution Control Board"

New Delhi, Feb 10

The air quality in the Delhi-NCR remained in the 'poor' category on Tuesday morning, with the Air Quality Index rising to 267, according to the Central Pollution Control Board. Residents across the region are also witnessing a noticeable change in weather conditions, with many experiencing unusual warmth in the month of February.

As per CPCB data, several areas recorded 'very poor' AQI levels. Anand Vihar registered an AQI of 317, Ashok Vihar 328, Bawana 333, Chandni Chowk 291, DTU 283, Dwarka Sector-8 252, IIT Delhi 228, ITO 277, Jahangirpuri 314, Mundka 357, Narela 344, North Campus 234, Rohini 335, Wazirpur 339, and IGI Airport (T3) recorded 192.

In the neighbouring region of Noida, air quality also remained poor at multiple locations. Noida Sector-125 recorded an AQI of 307, Sector-62 stood at 224, Sector-1 at 236, and Sector-116 at 263.

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'.

Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast that on February 10, Delhi's maximum temperature is likely to be around 25 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may hover near 10 degrees Celsius. Mist is likely to prevail during the morning hours. The weather department also noted that there is unlikely to be any significant change in weather conditions between February 11 and 15.

On February 11, Delhi is expected to record a maximum temperature of around 25 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 12 degrees Celsius, with mist in the morning. Similar conditions may continue on February 12, when temperatures could range between 23 and 11 degrees Celsius. On February 13, the maximum is expected to be around 24 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may remain close to 11 degrees Celsius.

The warming trend is likely to continue towards the weekend. On February 14, the maximum temperature may reach 25 degrees Celsius, with the minimum staying near 11 degrees Celsius. By February 15, the city could see a daytime temperature of around 26 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may rise slightly to 12 degrees Celsius. Mist is expected to persist for all these days, and no weather warnings have been issued so far.

According to broader weather forecasts, around 90 per cent of the country is expected to experience dry weather, with limited precipitation likely only in mountainous regions. Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand may witness light snowfall at isolated locations, while most plains areas are expected to remain rain-free.

In Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, skies are likely to remain mostly clear, though thin high-altitude clouds may be visible. Rain is not expected, though a few isolated areas in Punjab, Haryana, western Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Bihar's Terai region may witness very light drizzle, with chances remaining low.

- IANS

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Rohit P
The warmth is unusual, yes, but at least we're not shivering! The bigger worry is the 'poor' air with no rain forecast to wash it away. My child's school has stopped outdoor activities again. When will we get a permanent solution?
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Aman W
Look at Mundka at 357 and Narela at 344! These are industrial and peripheral areas always getting the worst of it. The policy focus is only on South and Central Delhi. Environmental justice for all parts of NCR, please.
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Sarah B
As someone who moved here from abroad, the data is shocking but the lived experience is worse. The haze never really lifted this winter. Combined with the unseasonal heat, it's creating a very uncomfortable and unhealthy environment. The authorities need to treat this with more urgency.
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Vikram M
Clear skies but poor air quality is the worst combination. It looks nice outside, but you step out and your throat starts itching. The forecast shows no change. Time to invest in a better air purifier for the home, I guess. What else can a common citizen do?
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Karthik V
While the article is informative, I respectfully disagree with the downplaying of the temperature rise. 25-26°C in mid-February is not just "unusual warmth," it's a significant climate shift. We should be connecting these dots—warmer winters, less dispersion of pollutants, longer pollution seasons. Our response needs to be broader.

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