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Delhi records low of 28.4 deg C; thunderstorms, rain forecast for weekend

The national capital on Thursday recorded a minimum temperature of 28.4 degrees Celsius, 1.7 notches below the season's average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The IMD has forecast thunderstorm with rain for Saturday and Sunday, with the maximum temperature expected to settle around 37 degrees Celsius. The relative humidity was recorded at 62 per cent at 8:30 am on Saturday. The air quality was "moderate" at 9 am, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 120, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed. According to the CPCB, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.

Delhi's air quality improves to 'satisfactory', AQI recorded at 96

The city recorded a minimum temperature of 26.4 degrees Celsius on Friday with the weather department forecasting rain and thunderstorm. The relative humidity was recorded at 69 per cent at 8.30 am, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The maximum temperature is expected to touch 37 degrees Celsius. Delhi's air quality improved and was recorded in the 'satisfactory' category with a reading of 96. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), an AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.

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Delhi storm chaos: Power cuts, metro disruptions, and at least 2 dead

Trees snapped, electric poles toppled, and debris rained down on roads and railway tracks as a sudden and violent storm hit Delhi-NCR on Wednesday evening

Thunderstorm, rain wreak havoc in Delhi; flights, metro services disrupted

Thunderstorms caused traffic snarls, flight delays and metro disruptions across Delhi as trees fell and cables snapped; IMD predicts more rain and no heatwave this week

Delhi to see rain, thunderstorms as IMD issues yellow alert for today

Delhi is likely to experience rain, thunderstorms and strong winds today as IMD issues a yellow alert; no heatwave is expected in the city this week amid falling temperatures

Delhi weather: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms for today, AQI drops to 195

Over the past week, light rain and thunderstorms have brought a slight drop in the maximum temperature

Delhi weather update: IMD issues yellow alert for rain, storm; AQI at 186

Rainfall and storms are expected to bring some respite from the heat, with maximum temperatures forecast to range between 39 degrees Celsius and 41 degrees Celsius

IMD issues yellow alert for rain in Delhi today, AQI improves to 136

Thunderstorms and rainfall are likely to continue across Delhi till May 25, while air quality has improved to the 'moderate' category after a dust storm in the region

Delhi braces for warmer days; dust storm pushes air quality to 'poor'

Air quality in Delhi deteriorated to the 'poor' category on Friday morning following a massive dust storm in Delhi-NCR on Thursday

Cloudy skies, thunderstorms likely in Delhi today, AQI rises to 236

The maximum temperature shall remain around 40 degrees Celsius while the minimum temperature is likely to settle around 23 degrees Celsius

Delhi to witness partly cloudy skies, light rain today; AQI 'moderate'

Delhites can expect relief from the heat to continue this week, with thunderstorms, rainfall, and a dip in maximum temperatures

Delhi weather update: Clear skies, strong winds expected, AQI 'moderate'

Sustained surface winds of speeds of 20-30 kmph will continue, occasionally going to 40 kmph

Delhi weather: Light rainfall, cloudy skies today amid ongoing cool spell

Residents can expect relief from the heat until May 11, with light rainfall, and a dip in maximum temperatures

Delhi braces for more rain, thunderstorms today amid ongoing cool spell

The weather department has put a yellow alert in place for May 8, and has urged the public to take necessary precautions for safety

Delhi sees relief as rain likely on May 8, AQI remains 'moderate'

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 132 at 7 am, compared to 120 at the same time a day earlier

Delhi weather update: Rain, thunderstorms expected today, AQI at 120

Strong surface winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph, gusting up to 50 kmph during thunderstorms are also expected

Delhi gets relief from heat after record rainfall, AQI remains 'moderate'

Delhi braces for more rainfall as IMD has issued a yellow alert for the National Capital Region (NCR), forecasting heavy rainfall and thunderstorms on May 3

Delhi-NCR weather: IMD issues 7-day advisory after heavy rain, thunderstorm

Delhi-NCR weather: Early on Friday morning, Delhi was hit by severe weather, including thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds. In the meantime, Delhi ncr is under a severe alert issued by the IMD

IMD issues yellow alert as Delhi, North India brace for rain, cooler days

A generally cloudy sky with light rain or drizzle, accompanied by thunder, lightning, and gusty winds, is expected on May 2 and May 3