Delhi-NCR endures cold wave as rain and fog lower temperatures further
PTC Web Desk: Parts of Delhi, Noida and Gurugram experienced rainfall on Friday, intensifying the already harsh cold wave in the region. Delhi recorded its lowest temperature of the season at 4.6°C early in the morning. Despite the rain, thick fog continued to cover the Delhi-NCR area, reducing visibility and adding to the winter chill, according to morning reports.
The rain followed a day when the city recorded a low of 5.8°C on Thursday, the third-lowest this winter. Observations at Safdarjung showed temperatures 1.1°C below the seasonal average. Maximum temperatures also remained below normal across the city, keeping the daytime chill persistent.
#WATCH | Delhi | Rain lashes parts of the national capital.
(Visuals from Sarita Vihar) pic.twitter.com/hix2ZKw2Qh — ANI (@ANI) January 9, 2026
Delhi began 2026 under cold wave conditions combined with dense fog. On January 6, the minimum temperature was 7.6°C, slightly below normal. On January 7, the city recorded a maximum of 16.7°C, 2.3°C below the seasonal average, and a minimum of 8.6°C, 1.7°C below normal.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) defines a “cold day” as one when the minimum temperature drops below 10°C or when the maximum is 4.5–6.4°C below normal. Several early January days in Delhi have already met this criterion.
Authorities have advised residents to take precautions against cold-related health risks and plan for reduced visibility on roads due to fog.
- PTC NEWS
