Rain, thunderstorms bring October chill to Delhi; capital records coldest day in four years

New Delhi: Rain and thunderstorms brought a sharp change in the weather in the national capital on Thursday, making it the coldest October day in four years. Showers returned at around 11 pm, extending the spell of unsettled weather into the late hours of the night.

The maximum temperature at Safdarjung, Delhi’s principal weather station, fell to 25.4°C, which was 5.6 degrees Celsius below the seasonal normal. The unusually low daytime temperature, coupled with rain and thunderstorms, made the day considerably cooler than usual for late October. The maximum temperature was the lowest recorded in October in four years.

The late-night showers added to the impact of the weather system affecting the capital. Rain and thunderstorm activity brought a distinct chill to the city, interrupting the usual transition towards winter and offering residents a taste of cooler conditions.

However, the change in weather did not translate into clean air. Delhi recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 222, placing it in the ‘poor’ category. The reading indicated that despite the rainfall, air pollution continued to remain a concern for residents.

The combination of below-normal temperatures, thunderstorms and late-night rain marked a significant weather development as October drew to a close. While the showers brought a temporary respite from the lingering warmth, the persistently poor air quality remained a concern.

With the capital experiencing an unusually cool day alongside continued pollution, weather conditions and air quality remained key concerns for residents heading into the final days of October.

(This article has been written with the help of AI)

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