Maharashtra Weather Update: Rains likely in Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Raigad, Sindhudurg, Jalgaon, Dhule, Nagpur today, IMD issues statement
The weather is likely to remain dry in the three districts of Dhule, Nandurbar, and Jalgaon. Light rain is expected in Nashik, Nashik Ghatmatha, and Ahilyanagar.
Maharashtra Rains
New Delhi: Maharashtra witnessed incessant rainfall last week, but over the past few days, the state has seen a rise in temperatures. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that moderate downpours are predicted in some districts of the state. As per the weather department, Palghar, Thane, Mumbai, Raigad, and Sindhudurg districts in the Konkan region are expected to receive light rain.
Two districts, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg, are likely to receive light to moderate rain. The weather is likely to remain dry in the three districts of Dhule, Nandurbar, and Jalgaon. Light rain is expected in Nashik, Nashik Ghatmatha, and Ahilyanagar.
Maharashtra Weather Update: Here are some of the key details
- Palghar, Thane, Mumbai, Raigad and Sindhudurg districts in the Konkan region are expected to receive light rain.
- Two districts, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg, are likely to receive light to moderate rain.
- The weather is likely to remain dry in the three districts of Dhule, Nandurbar and Jalgaon.
- Light rain is expected in Nashik, Nashik Ghatmatha, and Ahilyanagar.
- Light rain is expected in Pune, Kolhapur, and Satara districts of western Maharashtra.
- Light to moderate rain is expected in Pune Ghatmatha, Kolhapur Ghatmatha, and Satara Ghatmatha areas.
- Dry weather is expected in two districts of Sangli and Solapur.
- In the Marathwada region, the weather will remain dry in all the districts of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Parbhani, Nanded, Jalna, Latur, Hingoli, Beed and Dharashiv.
- The Meteorological Department has not issued any alert in the districts of Akola, Amravati, Buldhana, Bhandara, Washim, Yavatmal, Gondia, Gadchiroli, Nagpur and Wardha.
Monsoon activity subdued in large parts of India, Uttarakhand on red alert
Southwest Monsoon activity remained subdued in large parts of India on Sunday, with heavy rainfall confined to Uttarakhand, Himachal, West Bengal, and the northeastern states. The India Meteorological Department, in its daily bulletin on Sunday, predicted ‘isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall’ likely over northeast India, West Bengal, and Bihar during the next 2-3 days and isolated heavy falls over east Uttar Pradesh in 4-5 days.
The IMD also forecast weak rainfall activity in northwest, west central and over south Peninsular India in the next 6-7 days. For Uttarakhand, the IMD issued a red alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall.
On Sunday, heavy rainfall triggered landslides across Uttarakhand, blocking 126 roads, including two national highways, while a wall collapse in Dehradun left a woman injured and forced seven families to evacuate.
Rainfall Expected Across Multiple Districts
According to the latest IMD weather update, the monsoon remains active over Maharashtra, increasing the likelihood of rain in both coastal and inland districts. Konkan regions, including Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, and Sindhudurg, are expected to witness intermittent rainfall throughout the day, while parts of North Maharashtra such as Jalgaon and Dhule may also receive light to moderate showers. Vidarbha, including Nagpur, is likely to experience scattered rainfall accompanied by cloudy skies.
IMD Issues Weather Advisory
The IMD has urged residents to exercise caution during periods of heavy rain. Waterlogging in low-lying areas, traffic congestion, gusty winds, lightning, and localized flooding are possible in some districts. People are advised to avoid unnecessary travel during intense rainfall and follow updates issued by local authorities.
Impact on Daily Life
Commuters in Mumbai, Thane, and Pune may experience slower traffic movement due to wet roads and reduced visibility. Those planning outdoor activities are encouraged to check the latest weather forecast before heading out. Farmers in affected districts are also advised to take necessary precautions to protect standing crops from excessive rainfall.