Delhi likely to receive light rain today, records 27.4 degree Celsius minimum temperature

- August 4, 2024
| By : Patriot Bureau |

The maximum temperature is likely to settle around 35 degrees Celsius

Delhi: The national capital on Sunday experienced a minimum temperature of 27.4 degrees Celsius, which is slightly above the seasonal average, said India Meteorological Department (IMD).

The IMD forecasted that the day would have a generally cloudy sky with some light rain. The maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to reach 35 and 28 degrees Celsius, respectively.

According to the Delhi Public Works Department (PWD), there were nine complaints about waterlogging on Sunday. Additionally, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) reported two instances of waterlogging from the Rohini zone and seven complaints of fallen trees.

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The weather department predicted a generally cloudy sky with light rain throughout the day.

The maximum temperature is anticipated to be around 35 degrees Celsius, and humidity was recorded at 74 percent at 8:30 a.m.

The Air Quality Index (AQI) for the national capital was classified as satisfactory, with a reading of 64 at 9 a.m., according to the Central Pollution Control Board.

An AQI between 0 and 50 is considered good, 51 to 100 satisfactory, 101 to 200 moderate, 201 to 300 poor, 301 to 400 very poor, and 401 to 500 severe. (With inputs from PTI)