As Delhi shivered to season’s coldest day at 4.9°C, officials in the MeT Department warned Delhiites of even colder days ahead. Due to the onset of Western Disturbance, light rain is expected over the next two days which will lead to dropping of temperature by several notches. Dense fog is likely to engulf the Capital from January 1.
“There are chances of light rainfall in some parts of Delhi-NCR between December 29 and January 1. The New Year will see the return of cold winds because of the onset of Western Disturbance over Jammu & Kashmir,” informed a senior Met official. The temperature, during this period, is likely to plummet further. On Saturday, Delhiites witnessed a chilly but clear day as the temperature remained below normal and cold winds swept across the city.
The maximum temperature was recorded at 20°C, which was a notch below normal while the minimum was 4.9°C, two degrees below normal for this time of the year. Humidity was recorded as high as 97 per cent and minimum was 42 per cent. The MeT Department has predicted a clear sky on Sunday with possibility of shallow to moderate fog during morning hours. The maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to remain between 19°C and 5°C respectively.