The Air Quality Index (AQI) of Mumbai has reached 182, and the total AQI has surpassed 250 by Thursday morning, November 27. Specific areas recorded extremely high pollution, with Wadala Truck Terminal at an AQI of 348, at the highest.
Worli followed with 301, and Mazgaon with 316, both in the severe category. Western and eastern suburbs also fared poorly. Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) had an AQI of 277, while Deonar recorded 280, showing that pollution is widespread across central, western, and eastern Mumbai.
While AQI levels have been rising steadily over the past few days, the temperature has remained similar to last week. Many neighbourhoods are still reporting moderate or poor air quality. The recent climb shows a significant increase, with high-density residential areas, industrial pockets, and coastal belts recording worrying levels.
Key roads, housing societies, business districts, and major transport corridors have been enveloped in thick haze. Light winds failed to disperse the pollutants that have been accumulating throughout November.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts clear skies for Mumbai. Temperatures are expected to range between 33°C and 34°C during the day and 23°C at night. Meteorologists note that there is no clear indication of when air quality will improve, though early morning coolness may continue for the next few days.
Local weather observations show that Colaba recorded a minimum temperature of 23.9°C, while Santacruz saw 22.0°C, both higher than last week. Other parts of Maharashtra remain in winter, with lower temperatures. Ratnagiri reported 65% humidity and a minimum of 21.5°C.
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