Delhi-NCR experienced evening showers, providing relief from the summer heat, as predicted by the IMD, who issued an orange alert for moderate to heavy rainfall. The temperature remained slightly below average, and humidity levels fluctuated throughout the day. The rain also improved the city's air quality, bringing the AQI to a satisfactory level.
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