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Widespread pre-monsoon showers lashed Mumbai and its suburbs on Sunday (May 31) morning, bringing relief from the heat and humidity that had gripped the city over the past few days.
Moderate to heavy rainfall was reported across several parts of the city, including the island city, western suburbs and eastern suburbs. Neighbouring Navi Mumbai also witnessed heavy showers.
Areas such as Dadar, Matunga, Khar, Chembur, Mankhurd, Kurla, Santacruz, Vile Parle, Andheri and Versova received significant rainfall within a span of three hours.
According to PTI, rainfall data shared by civic officials showed that the eastern suburbs recorded an average rainfall of 5 mm between 6 am and 9 am, followed by the western suburbs at 2 mm. The island city received 0.61 mm of rainfall during the same period.
Among the eastern suburbs, Collectors Colony in Chembur recorded the highest rainfall at 27 mm. Vaibhav Nagar and the Mankhurd fire station followed with 22 mm each. In the western suburbs, the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) fire station recorded 22 mm rainfall, followed by Santacruz with 17 mm and the Gazdhar Bandh water pumping station with 12 mm, PTI reported.
Despite the showers in several areas, civic officials said no waterlogging incidents were reported in the city.
Authorities also said there were no immediate reports of any major untoward incidents, while officials continued to monitor the situation.
Traffic Snarl on Sion-Panvel Highway
The Vashi-bound carriageway of the Sion-Panvel Highway witnessed a major traffic jam due to rainfall and an accident, according to PTI.
The sudden downpour also caught many commuters off guard. Several two-wheeler riders were seen taking shelter under flyovers, skywalks and shop awnings as rain intensified during the morning hours.
Mumbai Local Train Services Largely Unaffected
Mumbai's suburban railway network remained largely unaffected by the rainfall, although some services were running behind schedule.
No untoward incidents were reported on the rail network, PTI quoted officials as saying.
The rainfall comes as Mumbai moves closer to the onset of the southwest monsoon, with weather activity expected to increase over the coming days.
Moderate to heavy rainfall was reported across several parts of the city, including the island city, western suburbs and eastern suburbs. Neighbouring Navi Mumbai also witnessed heavy showers.
Heavy Rainfall Recorded Across Mumbai Suburbs
VIDEO | Navi Mumbai: Rain lashes parts of the city, bringing relief from the scorching heat.
(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/KuUQqrnWTD
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 31, 2026
Areas such as Dadar, Matunga, Khar, Chembur, Mankhurd, Kurla, Santacruz, Vile Parle, Andheri and Versova received significant rainfall within a span of three hours.
According to PTI, rainfall data shared by civic officials showed that the eastern suburbs recorded an average rainfall of 5 mm between 6 am and 9 am, followed by the western suburbs at 2 mm. The island city received 0.61 mm of rainfall during the same period.
Among the eastern suburbs, Collectors Colony in Chembur recorded the highest rainfall at 27 mm. Vaibhav Nagar and the Mankhurd fire station followed with 22 mm each. In the western suburbs, the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) fire station recorded 22 mm rainfall, followed by Santacruz with 17 mm and the Gazdhar Bandh water pumping station with 12 mm, PTI reported.
No Waterlogging Reported Despite Heavy Rain
#WATCH | Maharashtra: Parts of Mumbai witness rain as monsoon
activity begins in the city. Drizzles brought relief from heat and humidity, marking the start of pre-monsoon weather conditions.
Visuals from the Wadala RTO area pic.twitter.com/XV2PHLowLt
— ANI (@ANI) May 31, 2026
Despite the showers in several areas, civic officials said no waterlogging incidents were reported in the city.
Authorities also said there were no immediate reports of any major untoward incidents, while officials continued to monitor the situation.
Traffic Snarl on Sion-Panvel Highway
The Vashi-bound carriageway of the Sion-Panvel Highway witnessed a major traffic jam due to rainfall and an accident, according to PTI.
The sudden downpour also caught many commuters off guard. Several two-wheeler riders were seen taking shelter under flyovers, skywalks and shop awnings as rain intensified during the morning hours.
Mumbai Local Train Services Largely Unaffected
Mumbai's suburban railway network remained largely unaffected by the rainfall, although some services were running behind schedule.
No untoward incidents were reported on the rail network, PTI quoted officials as saying.
The rainfall comes as Mumbai moves closer to the onset of the southwest monsoon, with weather activity expected to increase over the coming days.
