Delhi’s air quality took a noticeable dip on Tuesday morning as the average Air Quality Index (AQI) rose to 201 at 8 am, falling in the ‘poor’ category. The Center’s Early Warning System indicated that conditions are likely to worsen by October 16, with the air quality breaching the 300 mark. Meanwhile, Delhiites will see clear weather with no forecast for rain for the next 4 to 5 days.

On Monday, the air quality deteriorated marginally, with the 24-hour average AQI touching 167 (“moderate”) at 4 pm. The minimum temperatures were in the range of 17-19°C, and the maximum temperatures were in the range of 29-33°C over Delhi. No large change in maximum and minimum temperatures in the last 24 hours. Additionally, westerly winds prevailed with wind speeds up to 15 kmph.

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