The India Meteorological Department issued a warning for cold wave conditions in north India, starting December 29, with minimum temperatures expected to fall by three to five degrees Celsius. According to IMD,

Delhi's temperature has dropped to 12°C with fog covering the city. Cold wave warnings are issued for Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Jammu & Kashmir from December 29 to January 3. Fresh Western Disturbances are expected to bring light rainfall or snowfall from January 1 to 6,

Delhi air quality shifted from the 'severe' category to the 'poor' on Friday and has further improved to the moderate category due to continuous rains.

A cold wave is expected to affect northern India, resulting in dense fog in Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi-NCR. Light to moderate snowfall is predicted in the western Himalayan region during the second we

According to Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) data till 11:30 am, the observatory at Safdarjung — the national capital’s primary weather station — recorded 9.1 mm rainfall.

Authorities have urged citizens to minimise outdoor activities, especially for vulnerable groups like children and the elderly.

Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Punjab regions are expected to witness cold day conditions on December 27 and 28, said IMD.

Delhi air quality "very poor" with AQI of 340, IMD forecasts thunderstorm, rain, and dense fog, temperatures near normal.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a minimum temperature of 7 degrees Celsius in Delhi on Thursday, along with a forecast of dense fog.

The air quality in Delhi remained in the 'severe' category on Thursday morning, with the Delhi Airport issuing a 'low visibility' advisory for flights and passengers.