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Delhi recorded its hottest day of the season on March 6, with the temperature reaching 34.4°C, nearly 7 degrees above normal. The early rise in temperature has brought summer-like conditions to the capital. Night temperatures are also higher than usual across several weather stations.
Heat Arrives Early in Delhi as Temperature Soars 7°C Above Normal
New Delhi: With the onset of March, the heat has intensified in the national capital, Delhi. On Friday, the city recorded its hottest day of the season so far. According to the Meteorological Department, Delhi's maximum temperature was recorded at 34.4 degrees Celsius, nearly 7 degrees above normal. This heat in the early days of March has surprised people. The bright afternoon sun has made people feel hot, and many have begun wearing lighter clothing.
Not only daytime temperatures but nighttime temperatures in Delhi were also above normal. The minimum temperature at the Safdarjung weather station was recorded at 17 degrees Celsius, about 3.6 degrees above normal. The minimum temperature in the Lodhi Road area was 16.3 degrees Celsius, nearly 4.3 degrees above normal.
The Ridge station recorded a minimum temperature of 17.8 degrees Celsius and Ayanagar recorded a minimum temperature of 17.6 degrees Celsius. Usually, the mornings and nights are mildly cool during the early days of March, but this time, due to higher temperatures, mornings and evenings are feeling relatively warm.
According to data from various weather stations in Delhi, temperatures were recorded significantly above normal in many areas. The Ridge station recorded the highest maximum temperature of 34.7 degrees Celsius, which is 6.7 degrees above normal.
Lodhi Road recorded a maximum temperature of 34 degrees Celsius, which is nearly 7 degrees above normal. The maximum temperature in Palam was 32.5 degrees Celsius, while in Ayanagar it reached 34.5 degrees Celsius. These data clearly indicate that temperatures are above normal in almost all areas of Delhi.
Weather experts say that the weather in Delhi and surrounding areas may remain similar in the coming days. According to experts, no major weather activity is expected in Delhi, Punjab, and surrounding areas for the next 10 days.
Clear skies and bright sunshine are expected to gradually increase temperatures. Morning and evening temperatures are also expected to rise. There are also indications of increased wind speeds in the coming days.
With the increasing heat in Delhi, air quality may also become a concern. Currently, the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 171, which falls in the moderate category.
However, experts predict that air quality may deteriorate further in the coming days. According to the Central Pollution Control Board, an AQI between 101 and 200 is considered "moderate," but if the situation worsens, the air quality could even reach the "poor" category. Consequently, Delhiites may face increasing heat and pollution in the coming days.
