TodayWeatherDelhi:A spell of light rain in Delhi-NCR on Wednesday (February 18) brought relief from the rising temperatures, improved the Air Quality Index (AQI), and lifted the mood of residents as Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) was revoked. However, the showers also brought back a slight chill, signalling that winter is not over yet. Commuters faced heavy traffic congestion on several key routes, including theDelhi-Gurugram Highway(also known as Delhi-Gurgaon Highway), where an 18-km-long jam severely disrupted movement. Delhi is not currently expected to receive further showers. According to the forecast, residents may experience chilly mornings, while daytime temperatures could rise to around 30°C later this week.

Between 8:30 am on Tuesday and 5:30 pm on Wednesday, Safdarjung recorded 0.5 mm of rainfall, Palam 2.1 mm, Lodi Road 0.7 mm, and Ayanagar 0.9 mm, according to the IMD. The maximum temperature at Safdarjung settled at 21.1°C, which was 3.3°C below normal. Palam recorded 20.3°C (4.1°C below normal), while Lodi Road registered 20.6°C, 3.4°C below average.

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Delhi’s overall AQI stood at 174, categorised as ‘moderate’. “The AQI of Delhi has shown improvement owing to favourable meteorological conditions and was recorded at 214 at 4 pm today. Further, the forecast by IMD/IITM indicates that AQI is likely to remain in the poor or moderate category in the coming days,” the Commission for Air Quality Management said while lifting the restrictions.

Stage I and II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) had been in force since October 14 and October 19 last year, respectively.

19 February:The weather is expected to remain misty throughout the day, with temperatures ranging between 13°C and 27°C. High humidity levels may reduce visibility during the morning and late-night hours.

20 February:Misty conditions are likely to continue, with temperatures varying from 13°C to 28°C. Humidity will remain relatively high, making the air feel slightly damp and affecting early morning travel.

21 February:The day is expected to witness similar misty conditions, with minimum and maximum temperatures around 13°C and 28°C. Moderate to high humidity may cause hazy conditions, especially during the early hours.

22 February:Mist is expected to persist, with temperatures ranging between 13°C and 30°C. High humidity may lead to reduced visibility in the morning; however, no weather warnings have been issued.

23 February:Misty weather will continue, with temperatures likely to range from 16°C to 31°C. Elevated humidity levels could cause mild discomfort and light haze during the morning and night.

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