Delhi Weather LATEST Update: Delhi Gripped by First Daytime Cold Wave of Season, Dense Fog Triggers Orange Alert

Delhi Weather LATEST Update: Delhi has entered a harsh phase of winter as the capital records its first daytime cold wave of the season. Dense fog reduced visibility sharply, air quality remained severe, and cold winds made conditions uncomfortable

First Daytime Cold Wave Brings Sharp Temperature Drop

Delhi experienced its first daytime cold wave of the season on Saturday as temperatures plunged well below normal levels. The maximum temperature dropped to 16.9°C, over five degrees below average, while the minimum settled at 6.1°C. IMD officially declared daytime cold wave conditions in areas such as Safdarjung and Palam, making the cold more severe than usual.

Dense Fog Disrupts Visibility and Daily Movement

Thick fog covered large parts of Delhi from early morning, severely affecting visibility and traffic flow. Visibility dropped to as low as 200 metres in Palam and around 350 metres in Safdarjung. Areas including ITO, India Gate, and Anand Vihar remained under a heavy haze, while cold winds added to the discomfort throughout the day.

Alerts Issued, Gradual Weather Improvement Expected

The Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for dense fog, warning of continued poor visibility. While cold wave conditions may persist briefly, a yellow alert has been issued for December 22. Weather conditions are expected to improve gradually from December 23 onwards, with clearer skies, higher daytime temperatures, and reduced fog intensity.