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Mumbai Braces for Thunderstorms Amid Yellow Alert

CosmicTaco · 2025-05-05T11:38:54.358307+05:30

- Mumbai is under a yellow alert due to expected thunderstorms and rain, as announced by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). - The pre-monsoon showers are anticipated to bring a drop in temperatures, with highs expected to fall to around 31 degrees Celsius. - A 'very strong' western disturbance is causing these weather changes, with potential gusty winds at 30-40 kmph. - Unlike the recent heatwave, this weather shift is expected to bring relief to Mumbai and its neighboring districts, including Thane, Palghar, and Raigad. - Historical data shows Mumbai is accustomed to pre-monsoon showers, with significant rainfall recorded in May over the past years. Source: [Indian Express](https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/mumbai/mumbai-weather-rain-yellow-alert-thunderstorm-temperature-drop-9981916/)

Mumbai is under a yellow alert due to expected thunderstorms and rain, as announced by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The pre-monsoon showers are anticipated to bring a drop in temperatures, with highs expected to fall to around 31 degrees Celsius.
A 'very strong' western disturbance is causing these weather changes, with potential gusty winds at 30-40 kmph.
Unlike the recent heatwave, this weather shift is expected to bring relief to Mumbai and its neighboring districts, including Thane, Palghar, and Raigad.
Historical data shows Mumbai is accustomed to pre-monsoon showers, with significant rainfall recorded in May over the past years.

Source: Indian Express