Mumbai Braces for More Monsoon Showers After Dry Spell
Mumbai is expected to experience another spell of monsoon showers on Friday after a two-day dry spell. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rainfall in the city in the next twenty-four hours.
Several parts of Mumbai have been receiving heavy rainfall since morning, providing relief from the hot and humid weather. Rainfall in Mumbai began with thunder followed by rainfall in several parts of Maharashtra’s capital city. According to civic officials, there were no reports of waterlogging as of now.
Public transport services of railways and BEST bus operations are continuing in the city as usual, despite some delays reported from some areas. The IMD has forecasted further rainfall in the city on Friday. Monsoon showers are expected to provide relief from the hot and humid weather that has prevailed in the city due to the two-day break from rainfall.
Mumbai’s Monsoon Arrival and Dry Spell
Monsoon arrived early in Mumbai this year. The official date of monsoon entry in Mumbai is around June 11-12, however, monsoon arrived in the city on June 9. After the onset, the rains had stayed away from the city for last two days, turning the weather hot and humid.
IMD’s Rainfall Forecast
The IMD has predicted a “generally cloudy sky with possibility of light to moderate rain in the city and suburbs” in the next 24 hours. This rainfall is expected to bring relief from the hot and humid weather conditions that have been prevailing in Mumbai.
Impact on Public Life
The rainfall is not expected to cause any major disruptions in public life. Public transport services are operating as usual, although some delays may be experienced in some areas. Citizens are advised to be cautious and avoid waterlogged areas.
