Due to north-western cold winds, cold wave conditions may occur in Delhi from Friday. According to the Meteorological Department, the minimum temperature can reach 5 degrees Celsius, while the maximum temperature will also be below normal.
Key Highlights
Cold wave likely to hit Delhi from Friday
Minimum temperature can go up to 5°C
Maximum temperature recorded in Safdarjung was 23.7°C – the coldest day of the season.
Both minimum and maximum temperatures below normal
Temperature range expected to be 5°C to 24°C on Thursday
Cold is increasing rapidly in Delhi
After the western disturbance in the capital Delhi, now the cold winds coming from the north-west have increased the cold. The Meteorological Department says that cold winds can bring down the temperature of Delhi further in the next 24 hours, due to which there is every possibility of cold wave on Friday.
Coldest day of the season in Safdarjung
Safdarjung recorded a maximum temperature of 23.7°C on Wednesday, which is 1.6°C below normal and was the coldest day so far this season. The minimum temperature was also recorded below normal.
upcoming 24 hour weather
According to the Meteorological Department, the effect of cold winds will intensify on Thursday and Friday. The maximum temperature of Delhi may drop to around 24°C and the minimum temperature may drop to 5°C.
Due to this, severe cold will be felt in Delhi in the morning and night.
Impact on Public
It is important to wear warm clothes while going out in the morning and evening.
Special protection advice for children and elderly from cold
Due to falling temperature, humidity of the air will increase, due to which change in AQI is also possible.
Table: Probable temperature of Delhi (next 1–2 days)
Day Maximum Temperature Minimum Temperature Conditions Thursday 24°C 5–6°C Cold wind, drop in temperature Friday 23–24°C 5°C Cold wave likely
FAQ
1. When does cold wave occur?
Cold wave is declared when the minimum temperature falls around 4°C or more than 4.5°C below normal.
2. Will schools be affected?
No orders currently, but morning break or timings may change if temperatures drop.
3. Can the temperature drop further?
Yes, if the wind direction remains north-west, the cold may increase further in the next two days.