Mumbai weather: City to sweat under sunny sky and humid condition for next few days, AQI satisfactory at 56

Mumbai is expected to witness sunny summer this May and see clear skies with hot weather for the next days of this week. The IMD predicted in its weather forecast that the city is likely to witness clear sky and bright sun for the next 48 hours from Wednesday.

Mumbai's temperature on May 18 was 30.1°C while the humidity was 86%.

The weather agency hinted at a gradual rise in maximum temperatures by 2-3 Degree Celsius over the Maharashtra region during next 2 days and no major change in weather conditions. It was noted that most regions of the state would experience humid conditions that would demand proper hydration.

Mumbai AQI

As per the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR), the AQI in Mumbai is currently in the 'satisfactory' category, with a reading of 56.

For context, an AQI between 0 and 50 is considered ‘good’, 51 to 100 is ‘satisfactory’, 101 to 200 is ‘moderate’, 201 to 300 ‘poor’, 301 to 400 ‘very poor’, and 401 to 500 ‘severe’.

SAFAR has also advised people with respiratory issues to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors, and to take more breaks and do less intense activities. People are also advised to wear a mask when going out, as the AQI can worsen due to dust and particulate matter.

AQI of different areas in Mumbai

Colaba: 29 Good

Borivali: 65 Satisfactory

Kandivili: 66 Satisfactory

BKC: 106 Moderate