Mumbai continued to experience intense heat on Monday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for hot and humid conditions in isolated areas across the city. Several parts of the metropolis recorded temperatures significantly above normal, exacerbating the discomfort for residents.
Temperature Records
The IMD Colaba observatory registered a maximum temperature of 35.4 degrees Celsius, which was 1.5 degrees above the seasonal average. Meanwhile, the IMD Santacruz observatory recorded 35.8 degrees Celsius, a departure of 2.2 degrees above normal. Night-time temperatures offered little respite, with the minimum at Colaba reaching 27.5 degrees Celsius (0.5 degrees above normal) and Santacruz logging 28 degrees Celsius (1.5 degrees above normal).
Hotspots Across Suburbs
Automatic weather stations in the suburbs reported even higher daytime readings. Ram Mandir emerged as the hottest location at 39.7 degrees Celsius, followed by Vikhroli at 38.5 degrees Celsius, Bandra at 37.3 degrees Celsius, Dahisar at 37.1 degrees Celsius, and Vidyavihar at 36.8 degrees Celsius. These figures highlight the severity of the heatwave in specific pockets of the city.
Humidity and Health Advisory
High humidity levels have compounded the situation, creating sultry conditions throughout the day. Weather officials have advised citizens to avoid prolonged sun exposure, stay hydrated, and take precautions against heat-related illnesses such as heatstroke and dehydration. The IMD continues to monitor the situation and may update the alert as needed.
