Delhi Chills: Max Temp Dips to 17.9°C; IMD Forecasts Rain, Thunderstorms

• Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 17.9 degrees Celsius, 4.2 degrees below the seasonal average, with Palam showing the sharpest departure.
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts rain and thunderstorms in Delhi between January 31 and February 2.
• Delhi experienced two major wet spells with thunderstorms and hailstorms this month due to active Western Disturbances.
• January's total rainfall in Delhi reached 24 mm, making it the highest January total since 2022.
• Air quality in Delhi was in the 'poor' category with an AQI of 226, and is expected to worsen to 'very poor' by February 1.

Why It Matters: Delhi is experiencing unseasonably cold weather with significant rainfall and forecasts of more rain and thunderstorms.