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Delhi Weather and Real-time Air Quality Index (AQI) Today, 20 December, 2024 and Predictions for Next 7 Days: Delhi’s air quality remains critically unhealthy, with overall AQI at severe level. A yellow alert is in effect for three days due to heavy fog and smog.
Delhi Weather and Real-time Air Quality Index (AQI) Today, 20. December 2024
(PTI file photo)
New Delhi: The air quality in the national capital continues to be the severe category as the overall Air Quality Index on Friday morning remains at 430 as per the data provided by the Sameer app of the central government. This is despite the central agency invoking GRAP-III on December 16. The temperature also remains chill at around 7 degrees Celsius. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘yellow alert’ for today and next two days.
In the NCR regions, the AQI on Friday morning remains at 345 in Noida, 346 in Gurugram, 278 in Greater Noida, and 340 in Ghaziabad, which all falls under ‘very poor’ category except in Greater Noida where the AQI is at ‘poor’ level.
Area-Wise AQI List (December 20)
| Areas | AQI Level | Status |
| Alipur | 427 | severe |
| Anand Vihar | 458 | severe |
| Ashok Vihar | 457 | severe |
| Bawana | 468 | severe |
| Burari Crossing | 442 | severe |
| CRRI Mathura Road | 449 | severe |
| DTU, Delhi | 418 | severe |
| Dwarka Sector 8 | 460 | severe |
| Aya Nagar | 425 | severe |
| ITO, Delhi | 455 | severe |
| Jahangirpuri | 450 | severe |
| Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium | 422 | severe |
| Lodhi Road | 344 | very poor |
| Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium | 434 | severe |
| Mouth | 465 | severe |
| Najafgarh | 435 | severe |
| Narela | 432 | severe |
| Nehru Nagar | 459 | severe |
| NSIT Dwarka | 368 | very poor |
| Okhla Phase-2 | 458 | severe |
| Patparganj | 447 | severe |
| Punjabi Bagh | 450 | severe |
| Pusa | 396 | very poor |
| RK Puram | 450 | severe |
| Rohini | 454 | severe |
| Shadipur | 437 | severe |
| Vivek Vihar | 452 | severe |
| Wazipur | 463 | severe |
The Central Pollution Control Board defines the Air Quality Index (AQI) as follows:
AQI of 0 to 50 is considered good.
AQI of 51 to 100 is considered satisfactory.
AQI of 101 to 200 is considered moderate.
AQI of 201 to 300 is considered poor.
AQI of 301 to 400 is considered very poor.
AQI of 401 to 500 is regarded severe.
AQI above 500 is considered hazardous.
IMD 7-Day Weather Forecast for Delhi (December 19-25)
The weather forecast for the national capital from 20th to 26th December indicates mild temperatures, with daytime highs ranging from 22°C to 24°C and nighttime lows between 5°C and 8°C. Smog and fog, varying from moderate to dense, are expected, especially in the mornings and evenings. Yellow alerts are issued from December 20 to 22 due to the heavy fog conditions.
| Date | Min Temp | Max Temp | Forecast | Warnings |
| 20-Dec | 7 | 24 | Smog/moderate to dense fog is likely in the morning. Mainly clear sky. Smog/shallow fog is likely in the evening/night. | Yellow alert |
| 21-Dec | 8 | 23 | Smog/moderate to dense fog is likely in the morning. Mainly clear sky. Smog/shallow fog is likely in the evening/night. | Yellow alert |
| 22-Dec | 5 | 22 | Smog/shallow to moderate fog. | Yellow alert |
| 23-Dec | 5 | 23 | Smog/shallow to moderate fog. | No warning |
| 24-Dec | 7 | 24 | Smog/shallow to moderate fog. | No warning |
| 25-Dec | 7 | 23 | Smog/shallow to moderate fog. | No warning |
| 26-Dec | 7 | 23 | Smog/shallow to moderate fog. | No warning |
Precautions for Delhi Residents
As the AQI in Delhi and nearby regions continues to remain above 400 at severe level, many people may experience health problems such as difficulty in breathing, eye irritation, headaches, throat discomfort, frequent sneezing and coughing, as well as dizziness.
Health professionals advise minimising outdoor activities where possible, wearing masks when going outside, staying well-hydrated, using sunglasses to shield the eyes from polluted air, using air purifiers, and avoiding indoor actions that may increase air pollution, like lighting candles, burning incense, or using strong cleaning products. Additionally, maintaining a nutritious diet and paying attention to the health needs of children and the elderly is crucial.
Nitin Sen
Nitin Sen is working as a trainee at News9 Live where he covers news update from key metropolitan cities in the country. He recently completed his post graduation diploma in journalism from Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi. Nitin is working on exploring and expanding his academic knowledge for his vision of contributing in journalism of quality and not quantity.
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