Mumbai Experiences Chilly Weather with Minimum Temperature of 14.9°C; AQI at 115

Mumbai is currently experiencing a cold spell, with the minimum temperature dropping to a chilly 14.9 degrees Celsius. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the city is likely to see mainly clear skies, with the maximum temperature expected to hover around 33 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature is anticipated to drop to 15 degrees Celsius in the coming days.

In Colaba, the minimum temperature was recorded at 20.6 degrees Celsius, with a relative humidity of 74 per cent. Santacruz, one of the city's key weather stations, reported a minimum of 14.9 degrees Celsius and a relative humidity of 75 per cent.

Air quality in Mumbai remains moderate, with the city registering an air quality index (AQI) of 115, according to the SAMEER App. This moderate AQI level may 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 seen cool mornings across most regions. The lowest temperature was recorded in Ahilyanagar at 7.3 degrees Celsius, with a relative humidity of 90 per cent. 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, while Ratnagiri experienced a 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, Ahilyanagar at 7.3 degrees Celsius with 90 per cent humidity, and Udgir at 11.0 degrees Celsius with 51 per cent humidity. Malegaon recorded a minimum of 8.4 degrees Celsius with 95 per cent relative humidity. Nanded reported a low of 9.1 degrees Celsius and a high of 28.9 degrees Celsius with 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 monitor air quality levels, especially those with pre-existing health conditions.