The maximum temperature in Mumbai has increased by three degrees in the last 24 hours.
Considering the inconvenience caused by increasing humidity, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'Yellow alert' of 'hot and humid' weather for Mumbai, Thane and the metropolitan region (MMR) for the next two days.
The alert will remain in effect till 8:30 am on Friday, April 17.
On Tuesday, April 14, the maximum temperature at the Santacruz observatory was recorded at 36°C, which was above average and Colabab observatory had recorded the maximum temperature at 34.6 degrees Celsius.
The major places in Mumbai that recorded the highest temperature:
Ram Mandir (Oshiwara): 38.2
Vikhroli: 37.2
Vidyavihar: 36.2
Chembur and Bandra: 35.8
Dahisar: 35.1
On Monday, April 13, the Santacruz weather station recorded a maximum temperature of 32.8°C, which was 0.6°C less than normal. Similar readings were recorded at the Colaba weather station, which saw a maximum temperature of 33.7°C, an increase of 0.9°C from the norm.
IMD officials have urged residents to stay hydrated, avoid direct sun exposure during peak hours, and take necessary precautions to mitigate the impact of the humid heat. The yellow alert signals the need for awareness without immediate extreme danger, but meteorologists continue to monitor the situation closely for any further changes.
In addition to this, a 'heat wave' alert has been issued for interior parts of Maharashtra, especially Marathwada and Vidarbha regions. The maximum temperature in these areas is likely to cross 43 degrees Celsius.
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