Mumbai, May 11 (PTI) Mumbai recorded temperatures above 35 degrees Celsius on Monday, with the humidity raising the discomfort level several notches, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD)
to issue a yellow alert for isolated places in the metropolis.
The IMD said its Colaba observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 35.4 degrees Celsius, 1.5 degrees above normal, while the Santacruz observatory logged 35.8 degrees Celsius, which was 2.2 degrees above normal.
Some automatic weather stations in Mumbai's suburban areas recorded even higher temperatures during the day, an IMD official pointed out.
"Ram Mandir was the hottest location at 39.7 degrees Celsius, followed by Vikhroli at 38.5 degrees Celsius, Bandra at 37.3 degrees Celsius, Dahisar at 37.1 degrees Celsius, and Vidyavihar at 36.8 degrees Celsius," he said.
Night-time temperatures also remained above normal, providing little relief to residents.
Colaba recorded a minimum temperature of 27.5 degrees Celsius, 0.5 degrees above normal, while Santacruz registered 28 degrees Celsius, 1.5 degrees above normal, as per the IMD.
High temperatures coupled with high humidity levels added to the discomfort, with sultry weather prevailing across the metropolis throughout the day.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation urged citizens to avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, remain hydrated, and take precautions against heat-related illnesses. PTI KK BNM
