Skies stay clear in Mumbai city; AQI improves. | File
Mumbai: In recent days, Mumbai has been seeing a temperature variation of about 7 to 8 degrees Celsius between its highest and lowest temperatures. On Friday, January 3, the city experienced an almost 20-degree difference between daytime and nighttime temperatures, a variation that meteorologists deem quite uncommon for this season, according to reports from the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Mumbai Weather Today
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted a bright day in the area, with unclouded skies all day long. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) states that temperatures will vary from a low of 20 degrees Celsius in the early morning to a high of 32 degrees Celsius in the afternoon, leading to a predominantly warm day. According to the IMD prediction, sunrise is anticipated at 7:11 AM and sunset will take place at 6:13 PM on January 3.
Hottest January Since 2016
The highest daytime temperature in Mumbai for January since 2016 was recorded on Friday, reaching 36°C. The extreme weather data from the IMD indicates the city reached 37.3°C on January 1, 2016. The temperature recorded on Friday is the first instance in nine years where the city has reached 36°C in January.
Mumbai Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for January 5 and 6 suggests predominantly clear and sunny conditions. As per the most recent IMD report, January 5 is expected to be sunny, with temperatures varying from a minimum of 21 degrees Celsius to a maximum of 32 degrees Celsius.
Mumbai AQI Today
The Air Quality Index (AQI) stands at 111 today, indicating ‘moderate’ air quality in Mumbai. The current AQI shows slight improvement compared to recent weeks. Take necessary safety precautions if you encounter respiratory issues. Wearing masks is advisable. Pollutant Category PM2.5 is rated as ‘Satisfactory’, PM10 is rated as ‘Moderate’, while Sulphur monoxide (SO₂), Oxygen (O3), and Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) are at ‘Good’ levels.
