Delhi AQI improves to ‘poor’, slight rise in temperatures as fog reduces

On Monday morning, Delhi experienced shallow fog, with Safdarjung recording the lowest visibility at 900 meters. The lowest recorded temperature was 14°C. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) dropped below 300 on Monday for the first time since late last month, improving to the “poor” category. At nine in.

The morning, Delhi’s average AQI was 285 (bad), the lowest since October 29 when it was 268 (poor) Strong, steady winds that had been present since late Saturday night and gusted between 10 and 15 km/h helped spread the pollutants on Sunday. The region’s maximum and lowest temperatures have somewhat increased as a result of the fog’s decreased intensity.

New Delhi, May 10, 2025 — After weeks of choking air and dense fog, the national capital saw a marginal improvement in air quality on Saturday as the Air Quality Index (AQI) shifted from the ‘very poor’ to the ‘poor’ category. This shift comes as fog conditions reduced significantly, allowing greater sunlight penetration and improved dispersion of air pollutants According to.

Data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s overall AQI was recorded at 268 on Saturday morning, placing it in the ‘poor’ category — an improvement from Friday’s average of 308, which had lingered in the ‘very poor’ zone. Some monitoring stations in outer Delhi even recorded AQI readings as low as 220, showing promising signs of cleaner air.

Weather Conditions Play Key Role

The improvement in air quality can largely be attributed to changing weather conditions. Visibility in several parts of the city improved significantly due to reduced fog and a mild increase in wind speed. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the compared to the previous weeks minimum temperature rose slightly to 16.2°C, while the maximum hovered around 30.5°C marginal but notable increase from the previous day.

The IMD forecast suggests that in the coming days, the city may experience a gradual rise in both day and night temperatures, with less likelihood of dense fog, though haze may still be visible in the early mornings “With fog lifting and a bit more wind movement in the lower atmosphere, pollutant dispersion has improved,” said an IMD official. “We are also expecting clearer skies and slightly warmer days ahead, which should continue to help air quality.

Local Impact and Citizen Response

Residents across Delhi reported slightly better breathing conditions and clearer visibility on roads. “For the first time in days, I could see the India Gate from my office window in Connaught Place,” said Priya Malhotra, a corporate executive. “It’s still not ideal, but any improvement feels like a relief stabilize However, health experts caution that an AQI poor.

Range still poses risks, particularly to sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with respiratory conditions. “Even though the air quality is no longer in the ‘severe’ or ‘very poor’ categories, prolonged exposure can still lead to breathing issues, eye irritation, and fatigue,” warned Dr. Sanjay Mehra, a pulmonologist at AIIMS.

Authorities Urge Continued Caution

Despite the improvement, Delhi’s civic authorities and environmental agencies have urged residents not to let their guard down. Construction activity remains partially restricted, and the odd-even traffic plan may be reintroduced if conditions worsen again. The Delhi government also continues to encourage public transportation and carpooling to reduce.

A spokesperson from the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) stated, “This improvement is a positive sign, but we need consistent efforts to breathable. Seasonal changes help temporarily, but the root causes vehicular emissions.

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