Archive · 7 Dec 2025
Delhi's Air Quality Poor, Cold Wave Alert
Delhi's air quality is very bad, with an AQI of 302, which is 'very poor.'
Many places in Delhi have this bad air quality.
The weather is also very cold, with temperatures dropping to 8°C, which is lower than usual.
The humidity in the morning was 100%, making it feel even colder.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that it will be very cold, and the temperature is expected to rise to 22-24°C later in the day.
The bad air and cold weather are affecting many people in Delhi.
Delhi's AQI was 302, classified as 'very poor,' with 26 stations reporting similar levels.
The minimum temperature was 8°C, 1.6°C below normal, and humidity was 100%.
IMD forecasted a cold wave for the day, with maximum temperatures expected between 22-24°C.
The CPCB classifies AQI between 301-400 as 'very poor.'
The cold wave and poor air quality are affecting residents across Delhi.
- Who
- Residents of Delhi
- What
- Poor air quality and cold wave conditions
- When
- December 7, 2025
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- Weather conditions and pollution levels
- AQI
- 302 (Very Poor)
- Minimum Temperature
- 8°C (1.6°C below normal)
- Relative Humidity
- 100%
- Maximum Temperature
- 22-24°C
- Cold Wave Alert
- Issued by IMD
Sources
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