Mumbai: The financial capital of India, Mumbai, witnessed the Sunrise at 07:13 am, and the Sun is expected to set at 6:15 pm. The air quality in Mumbai stays at a ‘moderate’ level, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 152 on Sunday, January 5, 2025. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the city is set to experience cloudy skies, and it will likely remain the same throughout the day.
The minimum and maximum temperatures are likely to hover around 22 degrees Celsius and 29 degrees Celsius, respectively. Children and individuals with respiratory conditions such as asthma ought to restrict extended outdoor activities. Understanding the AQI enables individuals to make knowledgeable choices about their overall health when organising daily activities.
Why does AQI increase in the winter?
Today’s Air Quality Index is 152, indicating poor AQI in the city and its surrounding areas. Senior citizens are advised to avoid stepping outside and take precautionary measures. Wear a mask while stepping outside, and do not forget to carry sunglasses and sunscreen.
According to the weather department, the AQI increases in the winter because winds are calmer and slower, which reduces the dispersion of pollutants. This traps pollutants closer to the ground. The AQI increases because people use more biomass in the winter to warm their homes, increasing air pollution.
Weather forecast for January 6
The city is set to witness the Sunrise at 7:13 am and the Sun is expected to set at 6:156 pm on Monday, January 6. The minimum and maximum temperatures will likely hover around 21 degrees Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius. The humidity is expected to be around 46 per cent. Meanwhile, the wind is likely to blow steadily from the North at 21 km /h.
