Delhi NCR Weather Update:Air quality slips to 'very poor' category, thick fog affects flight operations, airlines issue advisories

Delhi's air quality has been experiencing toxic conditions, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) hitting 386 on January 2, 2026, categorising it as "very poor. A thick layer of fog and smog has also engulfed the city, reducing visibility and creating hazardous conditions. The national capital's temperature is expected to drop today, following light rain on January 1, 2026. Yesterday's temperatures were a minimum of 10.6°C and a maximum of 17.3°C. Today's forecast predicts a dip to 8°C (min) and 16°C (max).