Mumbai and adjoining parts of Maharashtra are set for a spell of oppressive heat and humidity, with the India Meteorological Department flagging the possibility of heatwave conditions in isolated areas over the coming days.
According to the IMD's Regional Meteorological Centre in Mumbai, hot and humid conditions are very likely in isolated pockets of Mumbai. The warning is part of the department's five-day district-level forecast covering the period from October 8 to October 12.
The weather department has also forecast similar hot and humid conditions in isolated pockets of Thane and Raigad on Thursday. Palghar is expected to remain dry, although hot and humid conditions could occur in isolated areas.
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For Mumbai, the IMD has indicated that the hot and humid spell could persist, with a possibility of heatwave conditions in isolated pockets during the forecast period. The department has also flagged the possibility of light rain or thundershowers towards the afternoon or evening in some parts of the region, including Mumbai and neighbouring districts, as the weather pattern evolves.
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The IMD defines its daily forecast period from 8:30 am IST of the day until 8:30 am the following day. The warning comes as October typically marks a transition period in Maharashtra, when temperatures can remain elevated despite the onset of the post-monsoon season.
High humidity can further increase discomfort and make temperatures feel warmer than the actual readings. Residents in areas likely to experience heatwave conditions have been advised to remain cautious, particularly during the afternoon, stay hydrated and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
The IMD forecast also indicates predominantly dry conditions across several districts of Maharashtra during the five-day period, although isolated rainfall and thunderstorms remain possible in some coastal areas.
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