Mumbai: As winters stir back in the dream city, a notable decrease in its minimum temperature of four degrees Celsius in just 24 hours on Sunday and a total of six degrees in 48 hours, meteorologists now expect a continued steep drop in temperatures throughout Maharashtra, including Mumbai, in the days ahead. This abrupt shift, labeled by many as "unforeseen," has already begun to impact from Monday morning.
The temperature in Mumbai today, on December 17, 2024, is 23 °C. The day's forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 17 °C and 33 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 39% and the wind speed is 5 km/h. The sun rose at 07:05 AM and will set at 06:04 PM.
Meteorologists have suggested that the city's nighttime temperatures are likely to stay below average in the initial part of this week.
Temperatures Across Maharashtra
Although Mumbai registered a low temperature of 14 degrees Celsius, other regions in Maharashtra also faced cooler temperatures. Several regions that noted minimum temperatures below seven degrees are Ahilyanagar: 5.5 degrees Celsius, Pusad (Yavatmal): 5.6 degrees Celsius, Mohol (Solapur): 6 degrees Celsius, NDA (Pune): 6.1 degrees Celsius, Pabal (Shirur): 6.2 degrees Celsius, and Shahada (Nandurbar): 6.4 degrees Celsius. In addition to this, other regions with cooler temperatures are Talegaon (Pune) at 8.3 degrees Celsius, Rajgurunagar (Pune) at 8.5 degrees Celsius, Baramati at seven degrees Celsius, and Daund at 7.3 degrees Celsius.
Mumbai AQI Today
Today, Mumbai's AQI is at 135, which is categorized as poor. Everyone ought to be careful. Children and individuals with respiratory conditions, like asthma, ought to remain indoors, while others should also reduce their outdoor activities. The use of masks and air purification devices is recommended. Understanding the AQI assists individuals in making knowledgeable choices about their health when scheduling daily activities.
