The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday evening issued a yellow alert for Mumbai, predicting light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds reaching speeds of 30 to 40 km/h.
In a nowcast warning, issued by the IMD Mumbai at 5:50 pm on Thursday, stated that the alert was valid for the next three hours.
“Residents have been advised to remain cautious and avoid outdoor activities during the period of potential thunderstorm activity,” the IMD Mumbai said.
Lightning and strong gusts may also occur at isolated areas, prompting the IMD to urge people not to take shelter under trees and to stay tuned to official updates.
The warning comes amid generally dry and warm October weather in the city, offering a sudden shift in conditions. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
Meanwhile, the Thane region received 14.23 mm of rainfall between 8:30 AM and 6:30 PM on Thursday, according to the latest update from the Regional Disaster Management Cell (RDMC) of the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC).
Interestingly, there was no rainfall recorded in the first nine hourly observations of the day. All readings from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM showed 0.00 mm rainfall, indicating dry weather through most of the day.
The rain was recorded only in the last hour ending at 6:30 PM, bringing the day’s total to 14.23 mm. This has pushed Thane’s cumulative seasonal rainfall to 3,222.66 mm, as per TMC data.
While not heavy, Thursday`s late spell adds to the region’s already significant rainfall total for the season. Authorities are continuing to monitor weather conditions closely as isolated showers remain likely under IMD’s yellow alert for nearby districts.
Mumbai weather update: No heatwave, but city to remain warm until October 31, says IMD
With Mumbai currently reeling under hot weather conditions and the October heat affecting citizens, experts have advised Mumbaikars about staying safe from developing health issues during the rising temperatures and hot and humid weather.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), daytime temperatures are expected to stay between 32 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius throughout the month, while morning temperatures will range from 22 degrees Celsius to 26 degrees Celsius.
Senior IMD official Shubhangi Bhute told mid-day, “This heat is seasonal and not extreme, and there are no signs of a heatwave as of now. She advised people to avoid going outdoors between 12 pm and 4 pm, when the sun is at its strongest. A slight drop in temperature is expected between 31 October and 6 November, which could bring some relief.”
Compared to October 2024, this year’s October will be relatively normal and not excessively hot, although it will be a dry month, Bhute said. Meanwhile, as the monsoon withdraws, air pollution levels are on the rise.
