Delhi Records Season's Lowest Minimum Temperature at 16.2 Degrees Celsius with Moderate Air Quality

Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 16.2 degrees Celsius on Monday, marking the lowest temperature recorded so far this month, according to data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The recorded minimum temperature was 0.2 degrees below the season's average.

Various weather stations across the national capital recorded comparable readings. Palam registered a minimum temperature of 16.3 degrees Celsius, while the minimum settled at 16 degrees Celsius at Lodhi Road. The Ridge recorded 16.6 degrees Celsius, and Ayanagar logged 15.7 degrees Celsius. Data from the IMD confirmed that no rainfall was recorded at any of the five weather stations during this period.

Looking ahead, the IMD has forecasted mainly clear skies throughout the day, with the maximum temperature likely to reach 32 degrees Celsius.

In terms of environmental conditions, Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 176 on Monday, placing the city's air quality in the moderate category according to data released by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

According to the CPCB classification metrics, an AQI reading between zero and 50 is categorized as 'good', 51 to 100 as 'satisfactory', and 101 to 200 as 'moderate'. AQI levels between 201 and 300 fall under 'poor', 301 to 400 are deemed 'very poor', and readings from 401 to 500 are classified as 'severe'.

"Environmental conditions and seasonal temperature shifts play a critical role in urban business operations, logistics, and consumer behavior. Monitoring such meteorological and air quality updates helps businesses operating in the region anticipate operational adjustments and plan workforce management accordingly." — Dr. Shishir Gupta, Founder & CEO, StartupLanes