The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Mumbai and several regions across Maharashtra, warning of intense rainfall and thunderstorms expected over the weekend.
The alert comes as the region grapples with weak southwest monsoon winds and developing oligo cyclonic conditions, which are likely to trigger unstable weather patterns in the coming days.
IMD scientist Sushma Nair told news agency ANI, “The warning for the next 24 hours is a Yellow Alert. However, a Red Alert was previously issued for a heavy rainfall period expected to last 2 to 3 hours. Since that intense spell is now easing, it has been reclassified as a nowcast warning.”
According to the IMD, Mumbai and Pune can expect partly cloudy skies with a likelihood of moderate rain or thunderstorms through June 10. Light rain is forecast for the Mumbai-Santacruz area over the coming days.
Temperatures are projected to remain relatively stable, with minimums ranging from 25–26 degree Celsius and maximums between 32–33 degree Celsius.
Mumbai saw the early arrival of the southwest monsoon this year, with rains beginning on May 26—offering much-needed relief from the city’s prolonged heatwave.
The early monsoon has already brought moderate rainfall across the region. Over the past six days, Colaba recorded 30 mm of rain, while Santacruz registered 47.1 mm. On Friday alone, isolated showers brought 14 mm of rainfall to Santacruz.
Despite temperatures staying slightly below average, high humidity has made conditions feel considerably warmer, intensifying discomfort across the city.
Authorities have advised residents to remain cautious and monitor updates from the IMD as weather conditions may continue to fluctuate throughout the weekend.
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