Mumbai, Feb 25: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for a heatwave in Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, and Navi Mumbai for the next three days, with no significant relief in sight.

The IMD reported that temperatures are currently six to seven degrees above normal, with Mumbai recording 38.5 degrees Celcius in February –the highest for the month in five years. The city is experiencing hot and sultry weather, with afternoon temperatures soaring past 36 degrees, making conditions increasingly uncomfortable.

According to private weather agency Skymet, Mumbai will remain humid and hot for the rest of the month, with multiple factors contributing to the muggy conditions. The delayed onset of the sea breeze, prolonged exposure to land winds, and rising mercury levels will continue to add to the discomfort.

The financial capital has been witnessing soaring temperatures for over a week. The Santacruz observatory has consistently recorded temperatures above 36 degrees, with a high of 36.7 degrees on February 14 — the warmest in two months.

Prior to that, Mumbai recorded 37.3 degrees on December 4, 2024. On Monday, Santacruz registered a high of 36.3 degrees, around 4.5 degrees above normal, according to Skymet.

Meteorologists attribute the scorching conditions to a combination of factors. An anticyclone over the northern and eastern Arabian Sea, coupled with another over Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, is pushing warm air towards Mumbai.

Additionally, a north-south trough extending across Coastal Karnataka, Konkan, and Goa is altering wind patterns. As a result, the city is experiencing hot land winds from the east and southeast, instead of the usual cooling sea breeze.

The delayed onset of the sea breeze is playing a crucial role in Mumbai’s rising temperatures. Typically, the sea breeze sets in around noon, helping regulate daytime temperatures.

However, even an hour’s delay can push temperatures up by 2-3 degrees. Over the past few days, hot northeasterly winds have dominated afternoon conditions, making them unbearably warm.

Meteorologists predict that Mumbai will continue to experience temperatures around or above 36 degrees on Tuesday, with high humidity adding to the discomfort. The heatwave conditions are expected to persist for at least another week, keeping Mumbaikars sweating through the final days of February.

New Delhi, Jan 15: A thick fog enveloped the national capital and surrounding areas early Wednesday morning, severely affecting visibility and causing widespread transportation disruptions. At least seven flights were cancelled, while 184 others were delayed. Additionally, 26 trains heading to Delhi were running late, with six train schedules altered due to the low visibility.

The thick fog caused visibility levels to plummet to near zero in several areas disrupting air, road, and rail traffic.

This comes a day after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert in the national capital, warning of dense to very dense fog.

Road traffic also slowed down as dense fog made commuting difficult across Delhi and other cities in the NCR.

In a statement around 7:30 a.m., Delhi Airport urged passengers to stay informed about their flight status. “Although landings and take-offs continue, flights that do not meet the CAT III (Category III Instrument Landing System) standards may experience delays. We advise passengers to check with their airlines for the latest updates. We regret any inconvenience caused,” said Delhi Airport in repeated advisories.

Budget airlines IndiGo and SpiceJet also issued warnings to travellers, urging them to monitor their flight schedules due to the heavy fog affecting air travel.

The IMD predicted the minimum temperature for the day would dip to 9 degrees Celsius.

Meanwhile, the maximum temperature was forecast to reach around 19 degrees. The weather department also warned of a generally overcast sky throughout the day.

The IMD has forecasted further fog during the evening and night, with cloudy skies expected throughout the day. There is also a chance of light rain later in the day or night, further complicating the weather conditions.

The average air quality in the national capital remains in the “poor” category.

Dense fog and cold wave have become recurring phenomena in northern India, further complicating the already difficult winter conditions. Residents are being advised to take extra precautions while travelling.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts that Mumbai will enjoy pleasant weather on December 28, featuring partly cloudy skies all day. Light to moderate rainfall has been noted in several areas of the city; check for more details to plan your day effectively.

Mumbai Weather Today

The temperature will vary from a low of 19 degrees Celsius in the early morning to a high of 32 degrees Celsius in the afternoon. The wind is blowing at a speed of 6 kmph today and the humidity stands at 67%. The sun will come up at 7:10 AM and go down at 6:10 PM, offering around 11 hours of daylight.

Unexpected Rainfall In Mumbai

According to reports, areas such as South Mumbai, Kalyan, Dombivli, Ulhasnagar, and parts of Palghar experienced light to moderate rainfall on Friday night. Light rain was observed in Navi Mumbai at midnight and also during the early morning hours. This might be because of the yellow alert issued in various areas of Maharashtra.

Mumbai Air Quality Today

The Air Quality Index (AQI) shows that Mumbai’s air quality is at 165, which signifies that it is at a poor level. Individuals with respiratory problems are recommended to remain indoors and warned.

Mumbai Weather Forecast

On December 29, the weather in Mumbai is expected to be mostly clear, with temperatures varying from 18 degrees Celsius in the morning to 34 degrees Celsius in the afternoon.

On December 30, the sky will be predominantly clear, featuring a morning temperature of 17 degrees Celsius and a peak of 34 degrees Celsius in the afternoon.

On December 31, the weather is expected to be predominantly clear, with morning temperatures beginning at 16 degrees Celsius and peaking at 33 degrees Celsius throughout the day.

On January 1, the atmosphere will remain predominantly clear, featuring a morning temperature of 16 degrees Celsius and a peak temperature of 33 degrees Celsius during the day.