Data recorded on June 12 showed that both of Mumbai's key weather observatories registered minimum temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius. The IMD stated that the Colaba observatory recorded a minimum temperature of 30.2 degrees Celsius, while the Santacruz observatory registered 30.1 degrees Celsius.
The elevated overnight temperatures, combined with high humidity levels, contributed to uncomfortable conditions for residents across the city. The weather pattern indicated that Mumbai continued to witness warm and humid conditions despite seasonal monsoon activity in nearby areas.
Amid the humid weather, Mumbai's air quality remained within the "Satisfactory" category on Friday. According to data released through the Central Pollution Control Board's SAMEER application, the city's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 65. An AQI within this range indicates that air quality is generally acceptable and poses minimal health risks for the majority of the population.
Air quality monitoring stations across Mumbai reported largely stable readings within the satisfactory range. Bandra Kurla Complex recorded an AQI of 71, while Kandivali reported 79. Borivali registered an AQI of 56, Byculla recorded 78, and Ghatkopar reported an AQI of 100. Powai recorded an AQI of 29, while Andheri registered 46, making it one of the few locations in the city to fall within the "Good" air quality category.
The readings reflected relatively stable air quality conditions across different parts of Mumbai despite ongoing weather fluctuations and elevated humidity levels.
Neighbouring areas within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) also maintained favourable air quality levels. Thane recorded an AQI of 78, while Navi Mumbai registered 54. Both locations remained within the satisfactory category, indicating that pollution levels were largely under control across the wider metropolitan region.
Under Central Pollution Control Board guidelines, an AQI between 51 and 100 is classified as "Satisfactory," indicating minor or negligible health concerns for the general population. AQI values ranging from 0 to 50 fall within the "Good" category and reflect cleaner air conditions with minimal health impacts.
While Mumbai experienced humid conditions and stable air quality, several districts in Maharashtra continued to battle intense heat. On Thursday, multiple locations across the Vidarbha region recorded maximum temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius.
Wardha emerged as the hottest district in the state, recording a maximum temperature of 44.5 degrees Celsius. It was followed by Brahmapuri at 44.2 degrees Celsius and Nagpur at 44.0 degrees Celsius, underscoring the severe heat prevailing across parts of Maharashtra even as coastal regions experienced humid monsoon-influenced weather.
The contrasting weather conditions across Maharashtra highlight the state's diverse climatic patterns, with Mumbai facing persistent humidity and warm nights while several inland districts continue to endure extreme heat.
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