New Delhi, February 5: The weather in the National Capital Region (NCR) is gradually shifting. As February progresses, the chill of winter is diminishing, with both maximum and minimum temperatures on the rise.
According to the meteorological department, a further increase in minimum temperatures is expected in the coming days. However, the rise in temperatures is accompanied by growing concerns over air pollution. Most areas in NCR have recorded air quality indices (AQI) in the poor to very poor categories.
The weather department’s website indicates that from February 5 to February 10, the weather will remain dry, with fog conditions persisting in the mornings. On February 5, the maximum temperature is expected to reach 22 degrees Celsius, while the minimum will be around 8 degrees Celsius. On February 6 and 7, minimum temperatures will hover between 10 and 11 degrees, while maximum temperatures on February 8, 9, and 10 are projected to reach between 23 and 24 degrees Celsius.
High humidity levels, ranging from 90 to 100 percent, are contributing to shallow and moderate fog conditions in the mornings. Currently, the weather department has not issued any warnings. Conversely, air quality in NCR continues to deteriorate.
In several areas of Delhi, the AQI has surpassed 300. Notable readings include Anand Vihar at 327, Ashok Vihar at 315, Bawana at 307, R.K. Puram at 309, Rohini at 317, Wazirpur at 319, and Vivek Vihar at 343, all classified as very poor. In the Pusa area, the DPCC station recorded an AQI of 332, while the IMD station noted 219. The situation in Noida and Ghaziabad remains concerning.
In Ghaziabad’s Loni area, the AQI is at 342, Vasundhara at 329, and Indirapuram at 326. In Noida, Sector 125 recorded an AQI of 310, Sector 1 at 289, and Sector 116 at 282. While some areas are in the poor category, most remain in the very poor range.
Experts indicate that rising temperatures and lower wind speeds allow pollutant particles to linger in the atmosphere, hindering improvements in air quality. Doctors advise children, the elderly, and individuals with respiratory conditions to take precautions. Although the weather in NCR is gradually warming, the escalating air pollution poses a serious health challenge for the general public.
