Cities across Maharashtra, including Mumbai, on Monday woke up to a comparatively warmer morning compared to the last few days. After experiencing its coldest November morning in over a decade, the city of dreams on Monday experienced a hazy and humid morning.
The temperature at the Santacruz observatory was recorded at 21.4° Celsius, a significant increase of at least 5°C as compared to last week. It marked the relatively warmest night of the season yet. At the same time, the minimum temperature on Sunday was recorded at 21.2° Celsius.
This unexpected chill in the last few days is part of a broader weather shift affecting the region, signalling a shift toward colder days ahead.
As per the IMD, several regions in the state also logged single-digit minimum temperatures. The sudden fall in temperatures across Maharashtra marks the strongest winter spell so far this season.
The drop in temperature marked one of the coldest November mornings in the past 11 years. Many residents reported feeling the abrupt chill early in the morning, as cooler northerly winds swept into the region.
At the Colaba observatory, the minimum temperature was 23.6 degrees Celsius, with relative humidity at 93 per cent.
On the other hand, the city’s overall air quality continued to deteriorate. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the overall AQI in Mumbai was recorded at 176. A figure that is `unhealthy` with pockets such as Mazagaon, Malad and Sewri slipping into the poor range.
On the other hand, in Pune, the minimum temperature was recorded at 17.4°C on Monday, accompanied by a high relative humidity level of 91 per cent, adding to the overall chill in the state.
Apart from Mumbai and Pune, Nashik logged a minimum temperature of 17.2 degrees Celsius, with relative humidity at 86 per cent, observing a significant hike as compared to the last week.
While the temperature in the last few days rose significantly, making the temperature a lot more humid. The IMD further noted that Mumbai, Pune and several other districts of Maharashtra will witness a relatively cold season in the next few days.
Moreover, the North Maharashtra and Marathwada regions towards the end of November are now emerging as some of the coldest pockets. With clear skies, dry air and calm winds expected to intensify in the coming days, temperatures across the state are likely to dip further.
