Mumbai: Air quality remains a pressing concern across India’s metro cities, with rising pollution contributing to respiratory issues. In Mumbai, the Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded in the ‘moderate’ category on Saturday. While conditions are better compared to Delhi and other northern cities, experts emphasise the need for caution, especially for those with pre-existing respiratory ailments.
Region-Wise AQI Data (CPCB Data- As per 6 am)
1. BKC
AQI: 115 (Moderate)
2. Borivali
AQI: 150 (Moderate)
3. Byculla
AQI: 130 (Moderate)
4. Chembur
AQI: 132 (Moderate)
5. Colaba
AQI: 125 (Moderate)
6.Deonar
AQI: 145 (Moderate)
7. Kandivali
AQI: 174 (Moderate)
8. Worli
AQI: 114 (Moderate)
9. Malad West
AQI: 216 (Poor)
An AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 "severe".
Mumbai Weather Forecast
On November 16, expect a minimum temperature of 25 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 36 degrees Celsius. The day will begin with fog or mist in the morning, followed by a partly cloudy sky later. On November 17, the temperature is predicted to range between 24 degrees Celsius and 35 degrees Celsius, with a mainly clear sky throughout the day.
November 18 will see a drop in the minimum temperature to 22 degrees Celsius, while the maximum remains at 35 degrees Celsius. A clear sky is expected, offering sunny and pleasant conditions. On November 19, temperatures will further dip to 20 degrees Celsius, with the maximum at 34 degrees Celsius, under a bright and clear sky. November 20 will bring cooler weather as the minimum temperature drops to 19 degrees Celsius and the maximum reaches 33 degrees Celsius. The sky will remain mainly clear.
The cooling trend continues on November 21, with a minimum of 18 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 32 degrees Celsius, accompanied by clear skies.