Prayagraj Weather Today: Cold wind, dense fog and Poor AQI created havoc, know the latest updates. Prayagraj Weather Today 09 January 2026 Cold Wave Fog Aqi Forecast

Prayagraj Weather Update: This morning the weather in Sangam city Prayagraj has warned people of cold wind and dense fog. Visibility on the roads remained low in the early morning and drivers needed to take extra caution. The minimum temperature was recorded at 8°C, while the day will be mildly sunny and the maximum temperature will be around 21°C.

Sun and cold: What will be the temperature throughout the day?

Light sunshine is expected during the day, but the cold wind in the morning and evening can make people shiver. Atmospheric pressure is at the level of 1022 hPa and humidity is 34%, which makes the weather stable. Extra caution is necessary for morning and evening cold.

Air quality: AQI 123, what to keep in mind while going out?

Today the Air Quality Index (AQI) of Prayagraj has been recorded at 123. It comes in Poor category. Especially children, elderly and respiratory patients are advised not to stay outside for long if not necessary. The level of PM 2.5 is 123 and the level of PM 10 is 40. It is important to wear a mask and exercise caution in crowded places.

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Weather for the next 7 days: weekly forecast

The minimum temperatures in the coming seven days are likely to be around 8, 9, 12, 12, 11, 11, 10°C respectively. The maximum temperature will be around 20-22°C. This means that there will be a mixed weather of cold and mild sunshine next week also. Today the early morning hours in Prayagraj will be around 7-9°C. By afternoon the temperature may rise to 21°C with light sunshine. Sunset will happen at 5:28 pm.

Is this weather normal or a warning sign?

This season of cold and fog has reduced visibility in the city and the poor AQI has forced people to think before going out. The effect of cold wave will continue, so if it is necessary to go out then wear warm clothes and mask.

Bathing and meditation for three hours even in extreme cold

However, these days a separate Magh Mela area of ​​faith is burning in Sangam city. The saints and ascetics of Grihastha Ashram, who set out to perform penance in this harsh cold, take three-hour bath in Ganga or Sangam every day, meditate and worship, which shows their zeal for life towards the faith of Sanatan Dharma.