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Although the Southwest Monsoon has officially withdrawn, Mumbai is bracing for more rain. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, and Palghar, warning of heavy rains and thunderstorms on Monday and Tuesday.
IMD issues Yellow Alert in Mumbai.
(PTI file photo)
Mumbai: Despite the official announcement of the Southwest Monsoon’s withdrawal, Mumbai is gearing up for more rainfall in the coming days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for the city and nearby districts, including Thane, Raigad, and Palghar, warning residents to stay prepared for heavy rains and thunderstorms on Monday and Tuesday.
IMD officials have noted that certain areas in Mumbai may see substantial rainfall, extending the monsoon’s influence through the week. This unexpected weather pattern has led to the issuance of fresh warnings.
IMD’s weather forecast for Mumbai till October 21
| Date | Min Temp | Max Temp | Weather Forecast (IMD) |
| 15-Oct | 25 | 34 | Partly cloudy sky with possibility of moderate rain or Thunderstorm |
| 16-Oct | 25 | 34 | Partly cloudy sky with possibility of moderate rain or Thunderstorm |
| 17-Oct | 25 | 35 | Partly cloudy sky with one or two spells of rain or thundershowers |
| 18-Oct | 26 | 35 | Partly cloudy sky with one or two spells of rain or thundershowers |
| 19-Oct | 26 | 34 | Partly cloudy sky with one or two spells of rain or thundershowers |
| 20-Oct | 26 | 33 | Partly cloudy sky with possibility of rain or Thunderstorm |
| 21-Oct | 26 | 32 | Partly cloudy sky with possibility of rain or Thunderstorm |
According to meteorologists, the city is likely to experience thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall, with some areas receiving up to 65 mm of rain. However, isolated regions may face heavier downpours exceeding this mark on these days.
Continuous rains marking wettest October in recent years
Residents have already been caught off guard by light to moderate evening showers since last Wednesday. Between Sunday and Monday morning, the IMD’s Colaba observatory recorded 35 mm of rain. So far, this October is shaping up to be one of the wettest in recent years, with Colaba logging 100 mm of rainfall, while the Santacruz area has recorded 71.5 mm.
Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms
hit Mumbai and the surrounding region of Maharashtra.#MumbaiRains #MumbaiRainpic.twitter.com/rH0h6xND8A— চ্যাটার্জি (@sanc_off) October 14, 2024
While the official date for monsoon withdrawal in Mumbai was set for October 10, the prolonged activity suggests the city will remain drenched for a few more days.
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