New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) The weather in the National Capital Region (NCR) is once again set to change, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting strong winds, cloudy skies, rain, and isolated thunderstorms on April 7 (Tuesday) and 8 (Wednesday).

Prior to this, weather conditions on April 6 will remain largely normal. In the morning hours, the minimum temperature was recorded at 21 degrees Celsius, while the maximum reached 33 degrees Celsius. According to the IMD, the minimum temperature on April 7 is expected to hover around 20 degrees Celsius, with the maximum likely to be around 31 degrees Celsius. On April 8, temperatures may dip further, with the minimum falling to 18 degrees Celsius and the maximum remaining close to 31 degrees Celsius.

The IMD has also indicated the possibility of one or two spells of rain or thunderstorms over these two days. Partly cloudy skies are expected to continue on April 9. Thereafter, the weather is likely to clear on April 10 and 11, with temperatures gradually rising and the maximum expected to reach between 33 and 34 degrees Celsius.

This anticipated change in weather is being attributed to an active western disturbance, which is expected to bring increased wind speeds and a noticeable drop in temperatures across the NCR and adjoining areas. The minimum temperature may decrease by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius, leading to slightly cooler conditions, especially during the early morning and late evening hours.

Meanwhile, the air quality situation across the NCR has shown partial improvement. According to data released by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), over 90 per cent of monitoring stations currently fall under the “Yellow Zone,” classified as the ‘Moderate’ category, offering some relief to residents.

In Noida, an AQI of 217 was recorded in Sector-125, placing it in the ‘Poor’ category. Other areas reported relatively better levels, including 120 in Sector-62, 134 in Sector-1, and 152 in Sector-116.

Across Delhi, air quality largely remained in the moderate category. Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 212, Ashok Vihar 118, Bawana 143, Chandni Chowk 110, and RK Puram/CRRI Mathura Road 134. In Ghaziabad, AQI levels stood at 149 in Indirapuram, 167 in Sanjay Nagar, and 158 in Vasundhara.

According to the IMD and pollution control authorities, air quality is expected to improve further in the coming days due to the impact of rain and strong winds.

–IANS

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