Mumbaikars were on Tuesday seen shielding themselves from scorching heat as Maharashtra continue to experiencing unstable weather, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting light to heavy rainfall and thundershowers across several regions, even as some areas grapple with extreme heat and humidity on Tuesday. (PICS/ SATEJ SHINDE)
Updated On: 2026-03-24 03:16 PM IST
Compiled by : Anushree Gaikwad
In the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, Santacruz recorded a high of 36.5 degrees Celsius, while Colaba saw slightly lower temperatures at 34.9 degrees Celsius, according to IMD's latest data
Maharashtra continued to reel under rising temperatures on Tuesday, with several regions recording above-normal heat, according to the IMD
Meanwhile, districts including Dhule, Nandurbar, Jalgaon, Nasik, Pune, Satara, Sangli, and Hingoli have received rain warnings, with light rain to thundershowers expected
In Marathwada and South Madhya Maharashtra, the IMD has warned of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, moderate rainfall, and gusty winds reaching 40-50 kmph in isolated areas. Yellow alerts for rainfall have also been issued for Dharashiv, Latur, Nanded, and Solapur, effective today and tomorrow
Alongside rainfall, temperatures remain unusually high. Jalgaon and Solapur recorded the state’s highest temperatures at 37.6 degrees Celsius, followed by Jeur at 37.5 degrees Celsius and Satara at 37.2 degrees Celsius
Coastal towns like Alibag and Ratnagiri remained relatively moderate at 32.9 degrees Celsius and 33.7 degrees Celsius, respectively
Overall, Maharashtra is witnessing a mix of intense heat in interiors and hot, humid conditions along the coast, underscoring the double challenge of rising temperatures and localised rain threats.
