Mumbai: Parts of the city woke up to a layer of smog lingering in the air. However, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Mumbai was recorded at 131, indicating that the city’s air quality remains in the ‘Good’ category, according to data by System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR). Additionally, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted mainly clear skies with no weather alerts for the city.
#WATCH | Maharashtra | Parts of Mumbai city wake up to a layer of smog lingering in the air, as the overall air quality deteriorates.Visuals around Marine Drive this morning. pic.twitter.com/g7UwAEh4Iq
— ANI (@ANI) October 27, 2024
Today, the maximum temperature is expected to be 33 degrees Celsius, while the minimum is expected to be 22 degrees Celsius. Relative humidity fluctuated between 55 percent and 85 percent.
Mumbai Weekly Weather Forecast
The city is expected to have clear skies throughout the week. On October 27, October 28, October 29, and October 30, skies will remain mainly clear, with maximum temperatures ranging from 31 degrees Celsius to 33 degrees Celsius and minimum temperatures between 22 degrees Celsius and 25 degrees Celsius. Later, on October 31 and November 1, the city is forecast to experience partly cloudy skies, with maximum temperatures between 31 degrees Celsius and 32 degrees Celsius and a constant minimum temperature of 26 degrees Celsius.
Drop In Temperature
For the past few days, Mumbai has recorded above-normal temperatures, with extreme heat and humidity on Wednesday (October 23) and Thursday (October 24). However, starting Saturday, the city’s weather saw a noticeable drop. An IMD scientist said, “Temperatures are expected to drop starting Saturday, as we anticipate northerly winds. Previously, the city was receiving easterly winds along with significant moisture, which contributed to the discomfort and high humidity,” as quoted by the Indian Express.