Delhi Faces Rising Temperatures Amid Gusty Winds

Delhi experienced a slight rise in maximum temperatures, with Safdarjung recording 40°C and the city's air quality remaining moderate. The Indian Meteorological Department forecasts gusty winds and potential thundery developments in the coming days, with increasing temperatures and deteriorating air quality expected by early next week.

Delhi witnessed a slight rise in maximum temperatures on Saturday, with Safdarjung recording 40°C as the city braces for continued gusty winds.

Indian Meteorological Department officials noted mostly clear skies contributed to the increase in heat, and forecasters predict a possibility of thundery developments and winds of 20-30 kmph on Sunday.

The city's air quality remained moderate on Saturday, with a 24-hour AQI of 176, and the Air Quality Early Warning System expects it could worsen early next week.