Mumbai: Mumbai is expected to have a generally cloudy sky on Thursday, accompanied by light rain or drizzle, which could bring some relief from the rising temperatures. The maximum temperature will hover around 31 degrees Celsius, while the minimum is predicted to be 26 degrees Celsius. For the coming week, Mumbai is set to experience a range of partly cloudy to overcast conditions.
7-Day Weather Forecast
Starting on October 4th, the weather will shift to partly cloudy skies, especially during the afternoon or evening. This trend will continue through October 5th and 6th, with slightly warmer days, as maximum temperatures rise to around 32 degrees Celsius and 33 degrees Celsius, respectively. On October 7th, the temperature will peak at 34 degrees Celsius, marking the warmest day of the week, though the sky will remain partly cloudy. As the week progresses, October 8th will see similar conditions, with partly cloudy skies and a slight dip in temperature to 33 degrees Celsius. Throughout this period, minimum temperatures will range between 24 degrees Celsius and 26 degrees Celsius, ensuring relatively mild nights.
The sudden rise in temperatures on Tuesday sparked concerns among netizens about the onset of the 'October heat.' This is a common weather phenomenon in Mumbai, where temperatures begin to climb from the first week of October each year. During this period, daily temperatures typically range between 30 and 35 degrees Celsius, leading to noticeably warmer conditions across the city. Additionally, the IMD bulletin suggests that temperatures are expected to rise further early next week. Meteorologists attribute this increase to a potential anticyclonic circulation combined with an easterly wind component, creating conditions favourable for a temperature spike.