Delhi Records Partly Cloudy Skies, Air Quality Remains 'Very Poor' at AQI 327

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New Delhi, Feb 2 (PTI) – The national capital witnessed partly cloudy weather on Sunday, with the maximum temperature settling at 22°C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

The minimum temperature was recorded at 11.3°C, three degrees above the seasonal average, while humidity levels reached 97% at 8:30 AM.

The IMD has predicted dense fog and partly cloudy skies with light drizzle on Monday. The mercury is expected to hover around 22°C for the maximum and 9°C for the minimum temperature.

Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the "very poor" category, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 327 at 6 PM, as per data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

For reference, the AQI scale classifies air quality as follows:
  • 0-50: Good
  • 51-100: Satisfactory
  • 101-200: Moderate
  • 201-300: Poor
  • 301-400: Very Poor
  • 401-500: Severe
With air pollution continuing to pose health risks, residents are advised to take necessary precautions, especially those with respiratory issues.
 
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