After a brief spell of clean and breathable air, Mumbai’s air quality deteriorated on Sunday, slipping back into the moderate category with a light layer of haze visible across the city in the morning.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board’s SAMEER app, the city recorded an air quality index (AQI) of 111, placing it in the moderate category. At this level, the air may cause breathing discomfort for people with lung and heart conditions, and those with asthma.
Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted maximum and minimum temperatures of around 35 degrees Celsius and 24 degrees Celsius, respectively for Mumbai, indicating warm conditions alongside the decline in air quality.
AQI across Mumbai
AQI levels varied across different parts of Mumbai, with some areas recording higher pollution levels. Deonar reported the highest AQI at 179, followed by Bandra Kurla Complex at 165, and Andheri at 153. Borivali East recorded an AQI of 126, Byculla 115, and Chembur 107, all falling under the moderate category. Colaba remained relatively better with an AQI of 70, classified as satisfactory.
In the neighbouring regions, Thane recorded an AQI of 82, while Navi Mumbai stood at 116, and Kalyan at 71, indicating mostly satisfactory to moderate air quality levels in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
Experts advise vulnerable groups to limit prolonged outdoor exposure and take necessary precautions as pollution levels rise again.
Maharashtra weather update: Heat intensifies across state; Jalgaon, Malegaon record 41 degrees Celsius
Several parts of Maharashtra continue to reel under rising temperatures, with multiple districts recording above-normal heat levels, according to the Meteorological Department’s latest weather report issued at 8.30 am.
Jalgaon and Malegaon emerged among the hottest locations in the state, both recording maximum temperatures of 41 degrees Celsius on Sunday. Solapur closely followed at 41.4 degrees Celsius, while Sangli (40.3 degrees Celsius), and Jeur (40 degrees Celsius) also experienced intense heat conditions.
Temperatures in Marathwada
In the Marathwada region, Aurangabad and Parbhani recorded highs of 39.4 degrees Celsius, while Osmanabad touched 39.6 degrees Celsius, indicating persistently warm conditions across the belt.
Mumbai remained relatively cooler compared to the interior districts but continued to witness warm and humid weather. Colaba recorded a maximum temperature of 34 degrees Celsius, while Santacruz reported 34.6 degrees Celsius. Minimum temperatures stood at 27.4 degrees Celsius and 23.4 degrees Celsius, respectively, both slightly above normal, reflecting uncomfortable humidity levels in the city.
Coastal weather
In coastal areas, Dahanu recorded a high of 35 degrees Celsius, while Ratnagiri saw a maximum of 33 degrees Celsius. Harnai in Ratnagiri reported relatively high humidity levels, with morning relative humidity at 75 per cent and rising further in the evening.
Meanwhile, the famous hill station, Mahabaleshwar, recorded a comparatively lower maximum temperature of 33.7 degrees Celsius, offering mild relief from the heat, while Pune division areas such as Nashik reported temperatures nearing 39 degrees Celsius.
Minimum temperatures across the state showed mixed trends, with some regions like Jalgaon (20 degrees Celsius) and Malegaon (19 degrees Celsius) recording below-normal night temperatures, while cities such as Mumbai and Solapur experienced warmer nights.
The IMD data also indicated varying humidity levels across Maharashtra, with coastal regions witnessing higher moisture content, while interior districts recorded relatively drier conditions.
With temperatures remaining above normal in several districts, residents are likely to continue experiencing hot weather conditions, especially during the afternoon hours.
