Marek Kučera 
Delhi experienced its coldest day in August in 14 years, with a maximum temperature of only +26.4°C recorded recently. This unusually cool day contrasts sharply with the typical scorching August heat the city usually endures, where temperatures often soar well above 35°C during the peak of summer.
Meteorologists attribute this drop in temperature to a combination of factors, including increased cloud cover and a passing low-pressure system that brought cooler air masses into the region. This rare cooling event provides temporary relief from the intense heat that dominates Delhi’s late summer climate.
Such temperature anomalies are noteworthy, especially in the context of a generally warming climate where heatwaves are becoming more frequent and severe. While this cooler day is a welcome break for residents, climate scientists caution that these isolated events do not negate the long-term trend of rising temperatures and increased weather variability.
The cooler conditions also have implications for local air quality and energy consumption, potentially reducing the demand for cooling and providing a short-term improvement in urban environmental conditions. Residents are encouraged to enjoy the respite while preparing for the return of more typical hot weather soon.
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