Delhi Experiences Cold Snap After Heaviest January Rains in Four Years; More Showers Expected

Following significant rainfall, Delhi is experiencing a surge in cold weather, with January recording the highest precipitation in four years. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts fluctuations in temperature and a possibility of further rain on February 1st. The Air Quality Index (AQI) remains in the 'very poor' category. Recent weather changes in Western India have influenced Delhi's climate, leading to a return of cold waves. The minimum temperature is expected to rise by 4-5°C in the next 24 hours, followed by a drop of 5-6°C over the subsequent three days, before increasing again. Light fog is anticipated on Wednesday morning, with generally cloudy skies. January's total rainfall in Delhi has reached 24 mm, the highest since 2022. The maximum temperature recorded was 16.9°C, significantly below average, while the minimum was 8.0°C, slightly lower than normal. Despite the rain, Delhi's AQI stands at 336, categorized as 'very poor', with some areas like Wazirpur registering an AQI of 421 ('severe').