Overview

• Delhi experienced its warmest Republic Day in eight years with a maximum temperature of 23.7°C, two degrees above normal, as clear skies and dry winds persisted.
• Mumbai's air quality index (AQI) reached 223, categorized as poor, with temperatures ranging from 24.99°C to 27.41°C and cloudy skies expected throughout the week.
• Chandigarh and Kolkata recorded AQI levels of 263 and 260 respectively, both falling in the poor category, prompting advisories for vulnerable groups to limit outdoor activities.
• Goa and Hyderabad reported contrasting conditions, with Goa enjoying fine air quality (AQI 89) and Hyderabad facing poor air quality (AQI 277) alongside broken clouds.
• The India Meteorological Department forecasts temperature variations and clear skies for cities like Ahmedabad, Lucknow, and Ranchi in the coming days, with moderate AQI levels observed in some regions.