Delhi weather is set to change on Sunday, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting light rain or drizzle across parts of Delhi-NCR as air quality remains in the ‘very poor’ category and colder nights are expected from 18 November.
Delhi recorded an Air Quality Index of 349 on Saturday, showing a marginal improvement but remaining firmly within the ‘very poor’ range. The report, citing the weather department, said a western disturbance could bring cloud cover and light rain to Delhi and adjoining parts of the National Capital Region.
The forecast covers the next 24 hours, when cloudy conditions are expected across several parts of Delhi and the NCR. The IMD has also warned that very slow wind speeds could allow pollution levels to rise. At the same time, north-westerly winds may carry stubble-burning smoke into the city, keeping air quality under pressure despite the possibility of rain.
On Sunday, fog or mist is expected during the morning, with some locations potentially experiencing moderate fog. Very light rain or drizzle may occur in parts of Delhi and the NCR from the morning until before noon. The maximum temperature in Delhi is forecast to remain between 25 and 27 degrees Celsius.
The expected rain could provide limited relief from pollution, according to the report, but the weather conditions are not expected to produce a sustained improvement. The combination of slow winds, fog and incoming smoke remains a concern for the city’s air quality. No separate change in pollution-control measures was reported in the supplied material.
The weather department has forecast mostly clear skies across Delhi and the NCR from 16 to 20 November after the possibility of Sunday’s showers. During this period, mist or light fog is expected at most locations in the morning, while some areas could see moderate fog. The IMD has not forecast further showers through 20 November.
Temperatures are expected to begin falling from 17 November. Between 17 and 20 November, maximum temperatures in Delhi are likely to remain around 25 to 27 degrees Celsius. The more noticeable change is expected at night, with temperatures forecast to fall from 18 November as the cold intensifies.
The minimum temperature could remain between 12 and 14 degrees Celsius from 18 to 20 November. The wind direction is also expected to turn north-westerly from 16 November. The next immediate weather milestone for Delhi-NCR is Sunday’s forecast period, when residents may see cloud cover, morning fog and isolated light rain or drizzle.
