Archive · 2 Feb 2026
Dense Fog and Poor Air Quality in Delhi-NCR
On February 2, 2026, Delhi-NCR woke up to a very thick fog that made it hard to see.
This fog caused cars to move very slowly on roads like Akshardham and Dhaulakuan.
The fog also affected flights at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, making them late.
The airport had to use special conditions to help planes land safely.
The air quality in Delhi was also not very good, with scores ranging from 118 to 259, which is considered moderate to poor.
People were advised to check with their airlines for the latest flight information.
The fog is expected to continue in the mornings and nights, and there might be rain or snow in some areas.
Dense fog in Delhi-NCR reduced visibility to below 50 meters in many areas, causing slow traffic on major roads and highways.
Flight operations at Indira Gandhi International Airport were shifted to CAT III conditions due to the fog, leading to potential delays.
The airport authorities advised passengers to stay updated with their airlines for the latest flight information.
The air quality index (AQI) in Delhi ranged from 118 to 259, placing it in the 'moderate to poor' category.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted fog/mist in the morning and mainly clear sky later, with potential rainfall or snowfall in some areas.
- Who
- Residents and travelers in Delhi-NCR
- What
- Dense fog causing reduced visibility, flight delays, and poor air quality
- When
- February 2, 2026, early morning
- Where
- Delhi-NCR, particularly Akshardham, Dhaulakuan, Dwarka, and Mother Teresa Crescent Marg
- Why
- Dense fog reduced visibility to below 50 meters in many areas, impacting traffic and flight operations
- Location
- Delhi-NCR, particularly Akshardham, Dhaulakuan, Dwarka, and Mother Teresa Crescent Marg
- Visibility
- Below 50 meters in many areas
- Flight Conditions
- CAT III conditions at IGI Airport
- AQI
- 118-259 (Moderate to Poor)
- Date
- February 2, 2026
- Time
- Early morning
- Forecast
- Fog/mist in the morning and mainly clear sky later
Sources
Delhi-NCR Wakes Up To Dense Fog, Reduced Visibility; Airport Warns Of Flight Delays
Delhi wakes to thick fog and smog; airport shifts to CAT III ops, IMD issues orange red alert
Weather Today: Delhi wakes up to dense fog; IMD says rainfall, snowfall may occur in Himachal, J&K till Feb 3
Delhi-NCR Wakes Up To Thick Blanket Of Fog, Air Quality Remains Poor
Delhi wakes up to dense fog; AQI in moderate to poor category, CPCB data shows
Dense fog envelops Delhi, AQI 188
Dense fog envelops city
