Maharashtra Weather Alert: IMD Predicts Rain, Thunderstorms Across Mumbai and State During Diwali
Maharashtra Weather Alert: IMD Predicts Rain, Thunderstorms Across Mumbai and State During Diwali
Mumbai, October 20, 2025: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather advisory, predicting rainfall and thunderstorms across Maharashtra, including the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), during the upcoming Diwali festival.
After the heavy rains in September, the state may witness sudden weather changes as low-pressure systems develop over the Arabian Sea. Currently, Mumbai is experiencing bright sunshine, with residents feeling the “October heat,” but IMD forecasts a temperature drop starting Sunday. From Monday to Wednesday evenings, light to moderate rainfall is expected in Mumbai and surrounding suburbs.
Weather Systems to Watch:
IMD reports that a low-pressure system forming in the Arabian Sea could influence coastal weather patterns. Meanwhile, a cyclone over the southern Andaman Sea may develop into a new low-pressure system in the southeastern Bay of Bengal by Tuesday. These systems are expected to bring heavy rainfall to Kerala, Lakshadweep, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry.
For Maharashtra, thunderstorms and rains are predicted in several regions over the next four to five days. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Konkan and central Maharashtra.
IMD Rain Alerts for Maharashtra:
- Konkan & South-Central Maharashtra: Heavy rain with thunderstorms likely from October 18–22.
- Marathwada: Thunderstorms on October 21–22.
- Vidarbha: Scattered rain with thunderstorms expected on October 21–22.
- Districts likely to see thunderstorm rains: Raigad, Sindhudurg, Ahmednagar, Pune, Satara, and Kolhapur.
- Districts likely to see scattered light rain: Ratnagiri, Nashik, Solapur, Sangli, Dharashiv, Latur, and Nanded.
Marathwada Weather: The region will remain mostly cloudy with slightly lower daytime temperatures and mildly warm nights. Overall, Maharashtra may experience intermittent rain showers during Diwali.
Mumbai Current Weather:
- Conditions: Hazy with 28°C temperature, feels like 33°C
- Visibility: 1.6 km
- Pressure: 23.2 millibar
- Temperature Range: 24°C (min) – 31°C (max)
- Humidity: 89%, making it feel warmer
- Wind: Calm, 0 km/h
- Rain Probability: 0% currently
Residents are advised to stay updated as sudden weather changes may occur. While Diwali celebrations are ongoing, Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra should be prepared for occasional showers and thunderstorms.
