Delhi Shivers at 8.1°C, Air Quality 'Poor'; Cold Wave Expected Soon

• Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 8.1 degrees Celsius, 1.2 notches above the season's average.
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts a cold wave in isolated areas from January 3 to January 6.
• A cold wave is declared when the minimum temperature drops 4.5 to 6.5 degrees Celsius below the average temperature.
• Specific stations like Safdarjung (8.1°C) and Palam (7.9°C) reported similar temperatures.
• The city's Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 240, categorised as 'poor', at 9 am.

Why It Matters: Delhi experiences low temperatures and 'poor' air quality, with a cold wave predicted soon.