Mumbai Experiences Chilly Weather: AQI Touches 115 and Temperatures Dip to 14.9°C

Mumbai is bracing for a chilly spell, with the city experiencing a significant dip in temperatures and moderate air quality. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the minimum temperature in Santacruz dropped to 14.9 degrees Celsius, with a relative humidity of 75 per cent. In Colaba, the minimum temperature was recorded at 20.6 degrees Celsius, with relative humidity at 74 per cent.

The city is expected to see mainly clear skies on Friday, with the maximum temperature predicted to hover around 33 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may drop to 15 degrees Celsius. This weather pattern is typical for the region during the winter months, but the sudden drop in temperature has caught many residents off guard.

Air quality in Mumbai remains moderate, with the city registering an air quality index (AQI) of 115, according to the SAMEER App. This level of pollution can cause breathing discomfort for individuals with lung disorders, asthma, or heart conditions. AQI readings across various city areas are as follows: Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) – 115, Borivali – 79, Byculla – 96, Chakala (Andheri East) – 93, Chembur – 124, Colaba – 101, Deonar – 126, and Kandivali West – 53.

Maharashtra has also experienced cool mornings across most regions. The lowest temperature was recorded in Ahilyanagar at 7.3 degrees Celsius, with 90 per cent relative humidity. Other notable readings include Nashik at 7.8 degrees Celsius with 64 per cent humidity, Pune at 8.3 degrees Celsius with 77 per cent humidity, and Satara at 9.4 degrees Celsius under clear sky and haze conditions.

Kolhapur reported a minimum temperature of 13.5 degrees Celsius and 55 per cent relative humidity, while Sangli saw 11.3 degrees Celsius with 68 per cent humidity, accompanied by haze. In the coastal belt, Dahanu recorded a minimum of 15.1 degrees Celsius with 72 per cent humidity, and Ratnagiri experienced a comparatively warmer low of 16.1 degrees Celsius with 43 per cent humidity.

Other notable readings include Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar at 10.6 degrees Celsius with 47 per cent humidity, Malegaon at 8.4 degrees Celsius with 95 per cent relative humidity, and Nanded at 9.1 degrees Celsius with a high of 28.9 degrees Celsius and 63 per cent humidity.

Seasonal rainfall (SRF) continues to accumulate in several districts, including Ratnagiri with 405.7 millimetres, Dahanu with 184.6 millimetres, Sangli with 112.5 millimetres, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar with 108.6 millimetres, and Kolhapur with 96.3 millimetres. Most other regions reported negligible rainfall in the last 24 hours.

Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to stay warm and avoid prolonged exposure to outdoor pollution. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely to ensure public safety and provide timely updates.