Mumbai experienced a notable dip in temperature on Monday, December 17, as the mercury plunged to 15°C, a decrease from 16°C recorded the previous day. This marks a six-degree drop in the minimum temperature compared to Saturday`s reading of 20.1°C, signalling the arrival of cooler weather in the city.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recorded a minimum temperature of 15°C at the Santacruz observatory, while Colaba saw a slightly higher 17°C. The temperature in Colaba was 1.3°C below the usual norm for this time of year. Daytime temperatures in the city were also lower, with Santacruz recording a high of 34.8°C and Colaba reaching 34°C, both of which were 2 to 2.5°C below the expected levels.
Looking ahead, the IMD has forecasted that minimum temperatures are likely to rise in the coming days.
The weather today is expected to bring a sunny day to Mumbai, with clear skies across the city and its suburbs. However, Wednesday could see hazy conditions in the morning, particularly in the suburbs, with clearer skies anticipated later in the day.
The IMD also mentioned that some parts of the city could experience fog or mist in the morning, followed by a mainly clear sky as the day progresses.
For now, the weather is a pleasant break from the typically warm conditions Mumbai usually experiences during December, as residents embrace the cool air.
The latest readings from the observatories also indicated that relative humidity (RH) remains high in the region. The Santacruz station recorded 85% RH, while the Colaba station had 78%. Despite the cool temperatures, rainfall remains minimal, with no significant rainfall recorded in the city for Monday.
Mumbai residents can expect clearer skies and slightly warmer temperatures in the days ahead, as the weather shifts to a more typical December pattern.
