Mumbai gears up for more heavy rainfall as IMD has issued a yellow alert for today. Residents are urged to stay cautious amid ongoing wet conditions. Mumbai Rains: Mumbai has been grappling with intense rainfall over the past few days, leading to heavy traffic jams and widespread waterlogging across several areas. The persistent showers have disrupted daily life, leaving residents wondering if the rain will continue today or not. Mumbai is expected to receive more heavy rain today, with a yellow alert issued for the city. Traffic disruptions and waterlogging are likely, especially in low-lying areas. Residents are advised to stay alert and plan travel accordingly. As per the Indian Meteorological Department, with the rains in Mumbai, monsoon has also arrived in the city 16 days earlier than usual.
Second-Wettest May Day A 24-hour period between May 26 and 27 marked the second wettest May day in 10 years for both IMD observatories in Mumbai. The Colaba weather station recorded 162 mm of rainfall, while Santacruz logged 144 mm—figures not seen since May 2021 during Cyclone Tauktae, which was unrelated to the monsoon’s early arrival. Back then, Colaba and Santacruz received 257.8 mm and 256 mm of rain, respectively. This May, IMD Colaba has already recorded 473.1 mm of rainfall, surpassing its all-time monthly high of 279.4 mm set in May 1918. Santacruz has also received 343.2 mm so far this month.
Weather Alerts In Place The IMD has issued a yellow alert for several districts in Maharashtra, including Thane, Pune, and Kolhapur, warning of heavy rain. An orange alert has been issued for Raigad, Sindhudurg, Ratnagiri, and Satara, indicating the possibility of more intense rainfall. Residents in these areas are advised to stay alert and take precautions. How Long Will It Rain In Mumbai? See Forecast 29 May: Minimum 24 degrees Celsius, Maximum 32 degrees Celsius – Generally cloudy with moderate rain in spells. 30 May: Minimum 24 degrees Celsius, Maximum 32 degrees Celsius – Cloudy weather with chances of moderate rainfall.
31 May: Minimum 24 degrees Celsius, Maximum 33 degrees Celsius – Overcast skies with moderate rain likely during the day. 01 June: Minimum 24 degrees Celsius, Maximum 33 degrees Celsius – Partly cloudy skies with a chance of rain or thunderstorms. 02 June:Minimum 24 degrees Celsius, Maximum 33 degrees Celsius – Partly cloudy with the possibility of showers or a thunderstorm.
