Mumbai Weather Update: Hot & Humid Conditions Persist As Mercury Stays Above 35°C; AQI Hits 251 In Unhealthy Zone
Mumbai: Mumbai woke up to hot and humid conditions on Saturday, with largely clear skies and little immediate relief from the ongoing spell of high temperatures. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast generally clear skies during the day, with the maximum temperature expected to hover around 36°C. According to the weather department, Mumbai and its adjoining suburbs are likely to…
Mumbai experienced scorching and humid weather on Saturday, with clear skies and high temperatures persisting. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a maximum temperature of around 36°C, while the minimum temperature was recorded at 28°C in the early hours of the morning. The weather department predicted mainly clear skies throughout the day, with the possibility of brief showers or thunderstorms in the adjoining areas from Monday to Tuesday.
Despite the slightly cooler forecast for Saturday, Mumbai has been enduring a heatwave for six consecutive days, with temperatures reaching 38.2°C this week, exceeding the seasonal average by 5.1°C. Weather experts suggest that temperatures might briefly drop but are unlikely to provide significant relief, as the mercury is expected to stay above 35°C for the week.
The high temperature and humidity have made the conditions uncomfortable across the city and its suburbs. In addition to the extreme heat, Mumbai's air quality worsened significantly on Saturday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) hitting 251. This level falls under the 'Unhealthy' category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) standards, signifying a considerable deterioration in air quality.
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