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Weather takes a turn in Delhi-NCR as night temperatures drop to 18 degrees Celsius
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News18•19-10-2026, 10:40
Weather takes a turn in Delhi-NCR as night temperatures drop to 18 degrees Celsius
- •A noticeable chill has entered the weather in Delhi-NCR, with night temperatures dropping to 18 degrees Celsius and daytime highs at 31 degrees Celsius.
- •Residents in Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, and Ghaziabad have started needing blankets at night and feel the chill even with fans running at full speed.
- •The India Meteorological Department forecasts clear and pleasant autumn weather with no rain expected over the coming week.
- •Experts advise wearing light woolen clothes in the mornings and evenings, urging special care for children and the elderly.
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Following the conclusion of Navratri on October 19, the maximum daytime temperature in Delhi-NCR is expected to hover around 31 to 32 degrees Celsius, while the minimum night temperature will drop to approximately 17 to 19 degrees Celsius.
According to the India Meteorological Department, skies will remain clear to mostly clear with low chances of rain, and no rain is predicted for the region over the coming week.
Scientists advise residents—particularly children and the elderly—to wear light woolen clothes during the morning and evening hours to protect against the newly arrived chill. Additionally, people can use masks to protect themselves from dust and pollution as air quality remains normal.
