Delhi Weather LATEST Update: Dense Fog and Toxic Air Trigger IMD Yellow Alert; Check Forecast

Delhi Weather LATEST Update: Delhi-NCR is facing a severe winter spell as dense fog, biting cold, and hazardous air pollution grip the region. With visibility plunging and AQI levels turning toxic, daily life has been badly affected

IMD Yellow Alert and Fog Impact

The India Meteorological Department has sounded a yellow alert across Delhi-NCR due to intense fog conditions. Early morning visibility dropped drastically to as low as 50 metres in several pockets, disrupting road, rail, and flight operations. Commuters faced delays and slow traffic as fog blanketed Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Gurugram.

Temperature Trends and Cold Wave Outlook

Winter chill has tightened its grip on the capital, with minimum temperatures falling between 7°C and 9°C. Daytime temperatures are expected to remain around 22°C with limited sunshine. Meteorologists warn that cold conditions may intensify over the next 48 hours as chilly winds from the Himalayan region move in.

Severe Air Pollution and Health Concerns

Air quality in Delhi has deteriorated sharply, with AQI readings ranging between 400 and 500, placing it in the ‘severe’ category. Neighbouring cities like Noida and Ghaziabad are also enveloped in thick smog. Low wind speeds are trapping pollutants, leading to breathing discomfort, eye irritation, and heightened health risks.