17 October,2026 10:28 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Mumbai is expected to remain hot and humid on Saturday, October 17, as above-normal temperatures continue across the city and neighbouring areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for hot and humid conditions in isolated parts of Mumbai, while residents are advised to take precautions against prolonged exposure to heat.
The warning comes amid an extended spell of unusually high October temperatures. The IMD has also issued weather warnings for parts of the Konkan region, with conditions varying across districts.
Mumbai and its suburbs are expected to experience mainly clear skies with some cloud cover during the day. The maximum temperature is forecast to reach around 37 degrees Celsius, while the minimum is expected to remain in the mid-20s.
The combination of heat and humidity could make outdoor conditions uncomfortable, particularly during the afternoon. Residents are advised to stay hydrated, wear lightweight clothing and avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day.
According to the IMD Mumbai weather bulletin dated October 17, Colaba recorded a minimum temperature of 26.5 degrees Celsius, which was 1.1 degrees above normal. Santacruz registered a minimum of 26 degrees Celsius, marginally above its normal level.
Neither observatory recorded rainfall in the reported period. The minimum-temperature readings should be distinguished from daytime maximum temperatures, which are generally recorded later in the day.
Mumbai's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 112 on the Central Pollution Control Board's dashboard on Saturday morning, placing it in the moderate category. However, pollution levels varied considerably between monitoring stations.
Bandra-Kurla Complex recorded an AQI of 150, followed by Colaba at 144 and Deonar at 131. These readings fall in the moderate category, indicating that some neighbourhoods were experiencing higher pollution levels than the citywide average.
Across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, air quality remained uneven. While several locations recorded satisfactory readings, some monitoring stations reported moderate pollution levels.
The difference between the citywide average and individual station readings highlights the importance of checking local air quality, particularly for people sensitive to pollution.
With hot weather persisting alongside elevated pollution in some neighbourhoods, residents should limit prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
