Delhi-NCR: IMD Issues Yellow Fog Alert, Slow Winds Worsen Pollution, Cold Nights Continue

• IMD issues yellow alert for dense fog in Delhi-NCR on December 27-28, with severe cold nights expected.
• Wind speed in Delhi-NCR has slowed to 13 km/h and is expected to remain around 10 km/h until January 1, contributing to high pollution levels.
• Maximum temperatures are forecast between 19-21°C and minimums between 6-9°C; no cold wave or rain expected in Delhi-NCR.
• AQI remains poor to very poor across Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Greater Noida, with values ranging from 312 to 394.
• Skymet Weather predicts two Western Disturbances bringing snowfall to mountains until Jan 1, with rain in North Punjab, South India, and frost in parts of North India.

Why It Matters: Delhi-NCR under IMD yellow alert for dense fog; slow winds persist, worsening pollution and cold nights.