Mixed weather likely on October 29: humid in Mumbai, thundershowers in Pune ghats, light rain in Nagpur

The weather in Maharashtra is likely to be mixed in the last days of October. After the withdrawal of the monsoon, heat and humidity are being felt in many parts of the state. In some areas, local weather conditions may bring cloud cover and light rain. Different kinds of weather are forecast for Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur on October 29. Local forecasts may change, however.

Heat and humidity are expected to continue in Mumbai on October 29. According to the available forecast, the city's maximum temperature may be around 33 degrees Celsius and the minimum around 28 degrees Celsius. The morning is likely to have hazy sunshine, and the day may feel hot. Rain or thunder and lightning late at night cannot be ruled out entirely. People have been advised to guard against strong sun and humidity.

Pune city may feel hot during the day. The maximum temperature is expected to be between 32 and 34 degrees Celsius, with partly cloudy skies. In the ghat areas around Pune, thunder and lightning, lightning strikes and light to moderate rain have been forecast because of local weather conditions. Those travelling through the ghat areas should check the latest weather information before setting out.

The weather in Nagpur city may be relatively pleasant. According to the forecast, the maximum temperature is likely to be around 27 degrees Celsius and the minimum around 22 degrees Celsius. Light showers may fall in some places after noon. The presence of clouds may bring a change in the weather.

Some parts of Vidarbha may also see cloud cover and light rain because of local conditions. Weather in the rest of Marathwada and Central Maharashtra may vary from place to place. It would therefore not be right to assume uniform rain or temperatures across the state.

In areas where rain is likely, farmers should make arrangements to protect crops and farm produce. During thunder and lightning, people should avoid standing in open fields or under trees. Given the humidity in Mumbai and other cities, people should keep drinking plenty of water and avoid spending long periods in strong sun.

On the whole, the weather in Maharashtra on October 29 is expected to be mixed. Before leaving home, people should keep track of the latest warnings from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and local forecasts.