Sunny, dry Saturday likely across Maharashtra; Mumbai, Thane humid, Nagpur around 30 degrees

The effect of heat is likely to rise in Maharashtra after the return of the monsoon. On Saturday, October 10, the weather in many parts of the state may remain mostly dry, with strong sunshine expected during the day.

According to the weather forecast, the sun may remain strong in most parts of the state during the day. State-level information available puts the maximum temperature at about 36 degrees Celsius and the minimum at about 20 degrees Celsius. However, temperatures and local weather may differ from city to city. The chance of widespread rain has been described as low for now.

Mumbai and Thane may see hot and humid weather on Saturday. Strong sunshine could push up temperatures. Winds blowing in from the sea may bring some relief, but the humidity may be uncomfortable. People have been advised not to stay in the sun for long in the afternoon and to drink plenty of water.

In Pune city, daytime temperatures have begun to rise after the monsoon withdrew. According to available reports, a maximum temperature of 35.2 degrees Celsius was recorded at Shivajinagar on October 8. The mercury had been forecast to reach 36 degrees in the coming days, so the afternoon heat may feel more intense.

In Nagpur, a temperature of 23 degrees Celsius has been recorded on October 10. According to the available forecast, the maximum temperature here may be around 30 degrees Celsius and the minimum around 23 degrees Celsius. Sunrise is expected at 5:51 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. Humidity in the city has been recorded at 90 per cent and atmospheric pressure at 1012.

Nagpur's Air Quality Index (AQI) has been reported at 118. According to available data, the PM2.5 level is 34 and the PM10 level is 76. In the AQI classification, a reading of 118 falls in the moderate category, not the poor category. Sensitive people should watch the air quality and cut down on outdoor activity if they have trouble.

In many areas of Vidarbha and Marathwada, the effect of strong sunshine and rising temperatures may be felt in the afternoon. People have been asked to wear light clothes, drink enough water and avoid going out needlessly during the hottest hours. Farmers should take decisions on irrigation and farming based on the local weather forecast.