Delhi's AQI satisfactory for 10th day in a row; IMD predicts dip in temp

Since June 18, Delhi has experienced “satisfactory” air quality—apart from June 23 and June 25, when it dipped to “moderate”—reflecting the annual monsoon trend, as seasonal rains help disperse pollutants from the air.

- Aheli Das

The average Air Quality Index (AQI) on Saturday was 89, up from 78 on Friday, marking the tenth consecutive day of “satisfactory” air quality in the Capital, according to the Central Pollution Control Board's daily national bulletin.

According to historical patterns, July typically records a mix of “satisfactory” and “moderate” air quality days. In 2024, 17 days in July registered “satisfactory” air, while the remaining days saw “moderate” levels.