Yellow Alert Issued for Mumbai and Surrounding Districts: Hot and Humid Conditions Expected from May 6 to May 9, 2026

Mumbai Braces for Hot and Humid Weather: IMD Issues Yellow Alert

Mumbai, May 6, 2026 — The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, and several surrounding districts in the Konkan region, forecasting hot and humid conditions from May 6 to May 9. Residents are advised to prepare for rising temperatures and discomfort as the mercury is expected to hover around 35 degrees Celsius during the day and drop to 28 degrees Celsius in the evenings.

The weather is initially predicted to remain dry, but humidity levels will rise significantly throughout the week, leading to uncomfortable conditions. Mornings will feature partly cloudy skies, while the afternoons may bring a mix of sunshine and humidity.

Coastal Regions on High Alert

In addition to the yellow alert, the IMD has warned that parts of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and several coastal districts of Maharashtra will experience hot and humid weather. Meanwhile, western and central Maharashtra are likely to see thunderstorms, lightning, and moderate rainfall until May 9.

On May 7 and 8, districts such as Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg may experience light rain or thundershowers in the evenings, providing some relief from the heat.

Thunderstorm Warnings for Western Maharashtra

The IMD has also issued warnings for several districts in western Maharashtra, including Pune, Satara, Kolhapur, Sangli, and Solapur. These areas are expected to receive light to moderate rainfall and thundershowers between May 7 and May 8. The Ghats regions of Pune, Satara, and Kolhapur may witness thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds reaching speeds of 40-50 km/h.

Sangli is likely to experience thunderstorm activity on May 7, followed by light to moderate rainfall on May 8. In Solapur, light rain and thundershowers are forecasted for May 6, with thunderstorms expected on May 7.

Marathwada and Vidarbha on Alert

Districts in Marathwada, including Beed, Nanded, Latur, and Dharashiv, are also predicted to experience thunderstorm activity during this period. Latur and Dharashiv may see moderate rainfall along with lightning and gusty winds from May 6 to May 8. Parbhani and Hingoli are expected to witness light rain and thundershowers later in the week.

In Vidarbha, the IMD has issued thunderstorm warnings for Nagpur, Wardha, Bhandara, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli, and Gondia. Nagpur and Wardha may experience thunderstorms with wind speeds of up to 50-60 km/h, while other districts are likely to see similar conditions with slightly lower wind speeds.

Dry Conditions in Northern Maharashtra

Conversely, districts such as Dhule, Nandurbar, Jalgaon, and Nashik are expected to remain dry during this forecast period, with no significant weather warnings issued.

As the city prepares for the upcoming weather changes, residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and take necessary precautions against the heat and humidity. For ongoing updates, stay tuned to local news sources and the IMD’s official announcements.