The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Yellow Alert for Mumbai as light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds are expected over the next few days. While rainfall is not expected to be as intense as earlier this month, residents have been advised to remain cautious as isolated areas could receive heavy showers.
What Is Mumbai’s Weather Forecast Today?
Mumbai is expected to experience a cloudy day with intermittent light to moderate rainfall on Wednesday. According to the IMD, the city is likely to record a maximum temperature of 29-30°C and a minimum of around 27°C. High humidity levels are expected to make the weather feel muggy despite the rainfall. The weather department has also predicted thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph during rain spells.
The IMD has issued a Yellow Alert for Mumbai, warning of heavy rainfall at isolated places. Authorities have advised residents to stay cautious, especially while travelling, as rain could reduce visibility and make roads slippery.
The IMD expects rainfall activity to continue through the week, with steady showers likely from Thursday onwards. Although rain intensity is expected to remain lower than the heavy spells witnessed during the first week of July, civic authorities continue to monitor low-lying areas for possible waterlogging.
Which Maharashtra Districts Are Under Rain Alert?
Apart from Mumbai, the IMD has issued weather alerts for several districts across Maharashtra.
• Yellow Alert: Thane, Raigad, Nashik Ghatmatha, Ahilyanagar Ghat region, Pune Ghat area, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Jalna.
• Light Rain Expected: Palghar, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Dhule, Nandurbar, Nashik, Jalgaon, Sangli, Solapur, Latur and Dharashiv.
• Light Rain With Thunderstorms: Parbhani, Hingoli and Nanded.
No rain alert has been issued for Bhandara, Gondia, Gadchiroli, Chandrapur, Buldhana, Wardha, Washim and Nagpur in the Vidarbha region.
What Should Residents Keep In Mind?
The IMD has advised motorists to drive carefully during rain spells because of slippery roads and poor visibility. People living in low-lying areas should remain alert for possible waterlogging if rainfall becomes heavier than expected. Residents are also advised to keep track of official weather updates before planning outdoor travel.
