Mumbai Faces Hot, Humid Conditions as Monsoon Delays; Air Quality Remains Good

Mumbai woke up to clearer skies and light drizzles on Thursday morning, with the city's overall air quality index remaining in the 'good' category. Light showers were reported from South Mumbai areas including Wadala and Mahalaxmi in early hours. The India Meteorological Department forecasts continued hot and humid weather with temperatures expected between 29°C and 36°C throughout the day.

The delayed onset of the southwest monsoon continues to concern residents as humid conditions persist across the city and surrounding regions. Mumbai's air quality index stood at 18 early Thursday, firmly in the 'good' range. However, pollution levels varied across neighborhoods—Borivali West recorded the highest AQI at 57 in the 'moderate' category, while eastern suburbs like Bhandup West and Mulund West recorded 35. South and western areas enjoyed cleaner air, with Andheri East at just 7 and Gamdevi at 10.