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Delhi to see light rain, strong winds as pleasant monsoon phase continues
Day temperatures are expected to range between 33 degrees Celsius and 35 degrees Celsius, while night-time lows will hover around 24 degrees Celsius to 26 degrees Celsius.
According to IMD's weekly forecast, cloudy skies and occasional light to moderate rain are expected in Delhi until July 23. Though no official weather warnings have been issued, humidity levels may rise due to limited rainfall.
Heavy rain disrupts life in Delhi, flights diverted
Air quality improves in the capital
In a positive development, Delhi's air quality significantly improved on Friday. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reported the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) at 61 at 8 am, placing it in the 'good' category. According to CPCB standards, AQI readings from 0–50 are considered 'good', 51–100 'satisfactory', and 101–200 'moderate'.
Uttar Pradesh hit by heavy rainfall; rivers swell
Several parts of Uttar Pradesh were pounded by heavy monsoon rains on Wednesday and Thursday, causing severe waterlogging and pushing up water levels in major rivers.
Districts including Prayagraj, Ballia, Bareilly, Agra, Jhansi, Kanpur, and Barabanki received above-average rainfall, according to the IMD. A warning for heavy rain was issued for Friday and Saturday in districts such as Prayagraj, Banda, Chitrakoot, Jhansi, Lalitpur, and Mahoba. Ten other districts, including Kanpur, Mathura, and Agra, were also placed under a rain alert.
The IMD has also predicted very heavy rainfall at isolated locations in southern parts of western UP and some areas in eastern UP on Friday.
The rainfall has also led to an increase in the water levels of several rivers. According to the Central Water Commission, water levels in several rivers, including the Rapti, Kwano, Sarju, and Sharda are nearing danger levels in various parts of the state.
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