Residents of Delhi experienced a refreshing start to Friday, March 20, with overcast skies, brisk winds, and a chilly atmosphere following rainfall across various regions of the national capital. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reported that the Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 123, categorizing it as “moderate.” The weather conditions have positively influenced air quality in the area.

As per data from the CPCB, several localities registered AQI levels within the moderate range. The measurements included Anand Vihar at 176, Dwarka at 118, RK Puram at 176, Chandni Chowk at 118, Bawana at 123, and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) at 106. The AQI scale ranges from 0 to 500 and is subdivided into six categories, indicating the degree of pollution and the corresponding health implications.

Understanding the AQI Categories

The classification of the AQI is as follows: an AQI of 0 to 50 is considered “Good,” representing negligible health risks. An AQI ranging from 51 to 100 falls under the “Satisfactory” category, which remains acceptable but may cause minor discomfort for sensitive groups, including children, seniors, and individuals with respiratory conditions. The “Moderate” category, covering an AQI from 101 to 200, suggests a rise in pollution that may provoke respiratory issues among people with pre-existing conditions such as asthma or heart ailments.

An AQI reading between 201 and 300 is deemed “Poor,” where continued exposure could lead to discomfort in breathing for many individuals, even those without health concerns. The “Very Poor” designation, encompassing AQI levels from 301 to 400, indicates that there is a risk of respiratory illnesses affecting even healthy individuals with prolonged exposure. The utmost hazardous category, “Severe,” includes AQI values from 401 to 500, where air quality becomes perilous for all inhabitants.

Upcoming Weather Forecast

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that similar weather patterns will persist across the Delhi-NCR region, with expectations of light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds reaching between 30 to 40 km/h, with gusts up to 50 km/h. On March 20, Delhi is anticipated to experience a predominantly cloudy sky with intermittent rain throughout the morning and early afternoon.

The IMD also stated that maximum temperatures will likely range from 25 to 27 degrees Celsius, whereas the minimum temperatures are projected to be between 15 and 17 degrees Celsius. As for March 21 and 22, a shift to partly cloudy skies is expected, with maximum temperatures gradually escalating to about 28 to 31 degrees Celsius.

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