Mumbai continues to swelter under intense heat, with temperatures soaring well above the seasonal average for the second day in a row. The India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) Santacruz observatory recorded a maximum of 36.2°C on Tuesday, nearly 3°C above normal. A day earlier, it had peaked at 36.8°C, making it one of the hottest days this April.
Meanwhile, Colaba observatory registered a maximum temperature of 34.1°C on Tuesday, marginally down from 34.2°C on Monday, but still 1.3°C above normal. The IMD has predicted continued dry and hot weather for the city on Wednesday, with no immediate relief expected.
Local residents are already feeling the heat—both literally and figuratively. “It’s getting harder to step out, even for small errands. The afternoon sun is unbearable. We’ve shifted all our outings to early mornings or after sunset,” said a Kurla resident, echoing the citywide sentiment.
Experts are warning citizens to stay hydrated, avoid direct sun exposure during peak hours, and take precautions against heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
This relentless rise in temperature comes amid broader concerns about climate change and urban heat islands, with concrete-heavy zones in Mumbai feeling the brunt.
The IMD has advised senior citizens, children, and outdoor workers to take extra precautions until conditions improve. With the mercury showing no signs of dipping, Mumbaikars are bracing for a scorching week ahead.
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