A brewing western disturbance is set to transform NCR’s skies, delivering a mix of rain, thunderstorms, and biting cold from February 1. The IMD forecasts moderate to heavy fog in the mornings, transitioning to strong winds, lightning flashes, and scattered showers by evening in Delhi-NCR.
Cold air from snow-laden mountains will plunge minimum temperatures, with daytime highs capped at 18°C and nights dipping to 12°C. This follows heavy precipitation in hilly regions, now spilling over to plains like Noida, Ghaziabad, and Greater Noida.
Air quality remains a major concern, stifling any relief. CPCB data paints a grim picture: Delhi’s industrial hubs like Wazirpur (AQI 332) and Vivek Vihar (344) are ‘very poor.’ Residential areas such as Anand Vihar (331), RK Puram (327), and Rohini (312) fare no better. Even markets like Chandni Chowk (287) and roads like Mathura Road (291) linger in unsatisfactory orange categories.
Across NCR, Ghaziabad’s Loni (328) and Vasundhara (318) signal danger, while Noida’s sectors 125 (323) and 116 (322) top red lists. Greater Noida’s Knowledge Parks V (338) and III (287) underscore regional woes, except Noida’s Sector-62 at 185.
Meteorologists note that impending rains may wash away some smog, but vulnerable groups—children, elderly, and those with respiratory issues—should avoid exposure. Construction and traffic could face disruptions; check live updates for safety.