Delhi hits season-low 3.2°C amid northern India's intensifying cold wave

11 Mwezi wa kwanza, 2026

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Delhi recorded a minimum of 3.2°C on January 12, 2026—the lowest of the season so far—as northern India endures its coldest spell, following earlier lows like 4.6°C on January 9. A cold wave alert remains in effect.

On January 12, 2026, Delhi's minimum temperature plunged to 3.2°C, surpassing the previous season low of 4.6°C recorded on January 9 amid rain and fog in Delhi-NCR. This drop signals the peak of the season's coldest spell gripping northern India, driven by chilly winds.

Authorities have issued a cold wave alert, urging vigilance. The ongoing harsh conditions, building on earlier alerts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), continue to disrupt daily life, with reports from India Today confirming the biting chill across the region.

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An intense cold wave has gripped north India, with Gurugram recording a low of 0.6°C, colder than Shimla. Delhi shivered at a minimum of 3°C. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for Haryana and Delhi.

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Dense fog and toxic smog have enveloped Delhi-NCR, reducing visibility to nearly zero. Air quality index has reached 466 in several areas, falling into the severe category, prompting the reimposition of strict GRAP restrictions. Flights, trains, and road traffic are facing disruptions.

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Delhi's air quality has improved sharply, with the average AQI reaching 271 in the poor category, down from severe levels in previous days. The Commission for Air Quality Management has revoked stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan, though stage III remains in effect. However, forecasts indicate the situation may worsen again in the coming days.

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Delhi hits season-low 3.2°C amid northern India's intensifying cold wave

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