Delhi Weather: October 30 Records Lowest Maximum Temperature Since 1951 at 20.7°C; AQI Improves to 60
New Delhi, October 31, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): The impact of Cyclonic Storm Arnab has brought a sharp drop in temperatures across Delhi-NCR over the past two days. The change in weather has resulted in a new record, with Delhi recording its lowest maximum temperature for October 30 since 1951.
According to the reported weather data, the maximum temperature in the capital stood at 20.7 degrees Celsius on October 30. The previous record was 21.5 degrees Celsius, recorded on October 25, 1975.
The maximum temperature was recorded at 20 degrees Celsius in Mayur Vihar, 20.5 degrees Celsius in Palam and 20.4 degrees Celsius in Ayanagar. Delhi’s minimum temperature stood at 17.2 degrees Celsius.
Rainfall also affected traffic movement in some parts of the capital.
Delhi’s AQI Improves to 60 After Rain
Rainfall brought considerable improvement in air quality across Delhi-NCR.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI), which had remained above 200 in the ‘poor’ category on Wednesday and Thursday, dropped to 133 by 4 AM on Friday.
By 4 PM on Friday, the AQI had further improved to 60, placing it in the ‘satisfactory’ category.
Partly Cloudy Sky Expected on October 31
Delhi-NCR is likely to experience partly cloudy skies on Saturday, October 31, with sunshine expected during the day.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), skies are likely to become clear and weather conditions are expected to stabilise by November 1 and 2.
Winds may blow at speeds of 5 to 10 kilometres per hour during the day. The maximum temperature is expected to remain between 23 and 25 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature may range from 15 to 17 degrees Celsius.
The weather department has forecast a rise of 3 to 5 degrees Celsius in maximum temperatures over the next five days.
October Rainfall Breaks Records in Delhi
Rainfall has also set a significant record in the capital this October. Delhi has received its highest rainfall on a single October day in the last four years.
The city recorded 123.3 mm of rainfall during the month, compared with the normal October average of just 15.1 mm. This is approximately 717% above the normal level.
By 8:30 AM on Friday, the highest rainfall was recorded at the following locations:
- Lodhi Road: 63.4 mm
- Safdarjung: 61.4 mm
- Ayanagar: 55.4 mm
- Ridge: 50.3 mm
The cumulative rainfall recorded up to the morning of October 30 was also particularly high at several weather stations:
- Lodhi Road: 130.6 mm
- Ridge: 126.7 mm
- Safdarjung: 123.3 mm
- Ayanagar: 104.0 mm
These figures highlight the unusually high rainfall recorded in Delhi during October.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What was Delhi’s maximum temperature on October 30, 2026?
Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 20.7 degrees Celsius on October 30.
2. Why is the October 30 temperature record significant?
It was reported to be the lowest maximum temperature recorded on October 30 in Delhi since 1951. The previous record was 21.5 degrees Celsius on October 25, 1975.
3. What was Delhi’s minimum temperature on October 30?
The minimum temperature in the capital was recorded at 17.2 degrees Celsius.
4. What was Delhi’s AQI on Friday evening?
Delhi’s AQI improved to 60 by 4 PM on Friday, placing it in the satisfactory category.
5. What will the weather be like in Delhi-NCR on October 31?
Partly cloudy skies and sunshine during the day are expected. Winds may blow at 5 to 10 kilometres per hour.
6. What temperatures are expected in Delhi on October 31?
The maximum temperature is likely to remain between 23 and 25 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may range from 15 to 17 degrees Celsius.
7. How much rainfall did Delhi receive in October?
Delhi recorded 123.3 mm of rainfall during October, around 717% above the normal monthly average of 15.1 mm.
8. How much could Delhi’s maximum temperature rise in the next five days?
The IMD has forecast a rise of approximately 3 to 5 degrees Celsius in maximum temperatures over the next five days.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.