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Delhi Air Quality Holds in Moderate Range as IMD Forecasts Partly Cloudy, Dry Spell

Early monsoon withdrawal signals a shift toward drier conditions.

Delhi's pollution on Saturday was largely due to the formation of a cyclonic circulation that pulled dust into the city.

Overview

  • Delhi’s AQI measured 153 at 6 pm Saturday, remaining in the CPCB’s moderate category.
  • The city recorded a maximum temperature of 37.2°C on Saturday, with the minimum at 25.7°C, according to the IMD.
  • IMD forecasts partly cloudy skies on Sunday with no rain expected in the short term.
  • Relative humidity stood at 82% on Saturday morning and eased to 54% by early evening.
  • The IMD confirmed this week that the southwest monsoon withdrew from Delhi and adjoining regions a day ahead of the usual schedule.