New Delhi, June 13: The weather in New Delhi and the entire National Capital Region (NCR) has seen a significant change. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for June 13, predicting strong winds, thunderstorms, and light rain across Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad.
According to the weather forecast, the next four days are expected to bring relatively pleasant weather, providing relief from the intense heat and heatwave conditions. The IMD predicts a maximum temperature of 37 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 23 degrees Celsius for June 13, with light to moderate rain, thunder, and winds gusting at 40 to 50 kilometers per hour. On June 14, the maximum temperature is expected to rise to 38 degrees Celsius, with a minimum of 24 degrees Celsius.
The weather department anticipates partly cloudy skies and the possibility of thunderstorms on this day. For June 15, temperatures are forecasted to reach 39 degrees Celsius during the day and drop to 25 degrees Celsius at night, with no special warnings issued. On June 16, the maximum temperature is expected to be 40 degrees Celsius, with a minimum of 26 degrees Celsius, and some thunderstorm activity may occur amidst the clouds.
Similarly, on June 17 and 18, the maximum temperature is expected to remain around 40 degrees Celsius, with a minimum of 27 degrees Celsius. The weather department has indicated a likelihood of partly cloudy skies on both days, with no warnings currently in effect. The recent changes in weather have positively impacted air quality as well.
According to the latest data from the Central Pollution Control Board, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in most monitoring stations across Delhi-Noida is recorded in the green and satisfactory categories. Key stations in Delhi reported AQI levels such as 61 in Alipur, 100 in Anand Vihar, 80 in Ashok Vihar, and 54 at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range.
In Noida, all four active stations also recorded significantly improved air quality, with AQI levels of 73 in Sector 125, 72 in Sector 62, 81 in Sector 1, and 73 in Sector 116, all falling within the satisfactory range.
The continuous rainfall, strong winds, and increased humidity have led to a notable decrease in pollution levels. Experts suggest that the air quality in most areas of NCR is currently much better than normal, allowing residents to experience relatively clean air akin to that found in hilly regions.
The weather department has indicated that this trend may continue over the next few days, providing NCR residents with much-needed relief from the severe heat and heatwave conditions. However, the department advises people to avoid open areas during thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds, and to take necessary precautions.
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