Mumbai’s brief dry spell has ended, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast continued light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms across the city and its suburbs over the next three days. The development comes as post-monsoon atmospheric conditions, combined with a moisture influx from the Arabian Sea, are keeping the skies cloudy and the temperatures slightly below seasonal averages.
According to IMD officials, the maximum temperature in Mumbai is expected to hover around 29°C, while the minimum may dip to 25°C — both below the normal range for this time of year. The forecast also indicates a generally cloudy sky, with occasional spells of rain and thundershowers, particularly during late evening and early morning hours. Experts note that the continuation of these unseasonal rain spells is linked to a trough of low pressure extending over the Konkan coast, which is drawing moist air inland. This pattern has led to frequent thunderstorms and gusty winds since the beginning of the week, a condition that is expected to persist till at least early next week.
The IMD has also issued a Yellow Alert for districts such as Palghar, Raigad, Nashik, and parts of the Vidarbha region, warning of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and moderate rainfall. While no major alert has been issued for Mumbai city itself, weather authorities have advised citizens to remain cautious, particularly during evening commutes when rainfall intensity tends to rise. Environmental experts point out that while these brief rain spells have improved local air quality, they also highlight Mumbai’s growing climate volatility. The city has witnessed unseasonal weather patterns in recent years — shorter monsoons followed by sporadic post-monsoon showers — underscoring the urgent need for adaptive infrastructure and sustainable urban drainage systems.
Civic officials from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) confirmed that stormwater drains are being continuously monitored to prevent localised flooding in low-lying areas. “Although the rainfall intensity is moderate, the city’s old drainage network can get easily overwhelmed if thunderstorms coincide with high tide,” an official said, noting that precautionary desilting and cleaning efforts remain ongoing. Transport authorities have also urged commuters to exercise caution during the wet spell, as slippery roads and reduced visibility increase the risk of accidents. In several coastal parts, particularly around the western suburbs, fishermen have been advised against venturing deep into the sea due to strong wind activity.
The unseasonal showers, while providing temporary relief from the humidity, have once again highlighted Mumbai’s vulnerability to sudden weather shifts. With winter still weeks away, experts believe these intermittent rains are a reminder that the city’s climate resilience depends on long-term urban planning and sustainable infrastructure investment.
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