Mumbai, Thane and Palghar are likely to experience hot and humid conditions over the next two days, while parts of Maharashtra remain under an India Meteorological Department alert for thunderstorms, lightning and rain, according to an IMD weather bulletin reported by Mid-Day.
The bulletin said Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad and Ratnagiri could see hot and humid conditions in isolated pockets on October 4 and 5. Weather across these coastal districts is expected to become mostly dry from October 6. The conditions are likely to feel uncomfortable because of the combination of high daytime temperatures and elevated humidity.
The latest forecast does not show a formal warning for Konkan and Goa for the October 4-10 period. However, the IMD expects isolated weather activity in other parts of the state later in the week, particularly in southern Maharashtra and the Western Ghats.
Light to moderate rain or thundershowers are possible in parts of southern Maharashtra on October 7 and 8. Sindhudurg may also receive light to moderate rain or thundershowers during the same period. These conditions could be accompanied by gusty winds in isolated areas.
The bulletin also places Gadchiroli under watch for thunderstorms and lightning during the forecast period, with the possibility of light to moderate rain and gusty winds in isolated locations. Residents in areas affected by thunderstorms have been advised to avoid open spaces, tall trees and water bodies while lightning activity is occurring.
The latest observations indicate that temperatures were already above normal at several stations in Maharashtra. Dahanu recorded a maximum temperature of 37.9 degrees Celsius on October 3, which was 5.2 degrees above normal. The reading highlights the sharp heat conditions that can develop along the coast even as the wider monsoon transition produces isolated rain and thunderstorms elsewhere in the state.
The weather pattern has direct implications for Mumbai’s outdoor workforce, commuters and residents in poorly ventilated homes, although the bulletin does not indicate a formal warning for the city. Hot and humid conditions can increase discomfort during travel and outdoor activity, while sudden thunderstorms later in the week may affect local movement and work in exposed areas.
The IMD has also issued operational advice for farmers in areas likely to receive rain and gusty winds. Farmers have been advised to harvest mature crops where possible, move stored produce to safe and dry locations, support young fruit and vegetable plants, maintain proper drainage and avoid spraying chemicals during adverse weather.
For the Mumbai region, the immediate forecast is for hot and humid conditions through October 5, followed by mostly dry weather from October 6. Rain and thunderstorm activity is expected to remain more concentrated in parts of southern and eastern Maharashtra during the later forecast period.
