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In Photos: Mumbai swelters amid heat and haze as IMD issues first heatwave alert

Updated On: 08 October, 2026 10:27 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad

Mumbai witnessed hot, hazy and humid conditions on Thursday as temperatures hovered around 36 degrees Celsius, with the IMD issuing its first heatwave warning for the city. (PICS/ ASHISH RAJE)

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Sunny and hazy conditions prevailed across the city, while widespread haze and smoky haze were reported in several areas. (Pics/ Ashish Raje)
Sunny and hazy conditions prevailed across the city, while widespread haze and smoky haze were reported in several areas. (Pics/ Ashish Raje)
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According to the weather bulletin issued by the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) on Thursday, isolated pockets of Mumbai and Raigad are likely to experience heatwave conditions on Friday
According to the weather bulletin issued by the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) on Thursday, isolated pockets of Mumbai and Raigad are likely to experience heatwave conditions on Friday
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Several parts of coastal Maharashtra are expected to remain hot and humid over the next few days
Several parts of coastal Maharashtra are expected to remain hot and humid over the next few days
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Mumbai, Thane and Raigad experienced hot and humid weather on Thursday. While isolated pockets of Mumbai and Raigad are likely to face heatwave conditions on Friday, Thane is expected to remain hot and humid before dry weather returns over the weekend
Mumbai, Thane and Raigad experienced hot and humid weather on Thursday. While isolated pockets of Mumbai and Raigad are likely to face heatwave conditions on Friday, Thane is expected to remain hot and humid before dry weather returns over the weekend
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Ratnagiri is also likely to experience heatwave conditions in isolated pockets on Thursday and Friday. The district is expected to remain hot and humid on Saturday, with light to moderate thundershowers possible during the afternoon or evening
Ratnagiri is also likely to experience heatwave conditions in isolated pockets on Thursday and Friday. The district is expected to remain hot and humid on Saturday, with light to moderate thundershowers possible during the afternoon or evening
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In Sindhudurg, light rain or thundershowers are likely during the afternoon or evening on Friday and Saturday after hot and humid conditions
In Sindhudurg, light rain or thundershowers are likely during the afternoon or evening on Friday and Saturday after hot and humid conditions
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The weather is expected to turn dry across Maharashtra from Sunday, October 11, through Monday, October 12
The weather is expected to turn dry across Maharashtra from Sunday, October 11, through Monday, October 12
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Amid the high temperatures, the IMD has advised residents to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, particularly during peak afternoon hours.
Amid the high temperatures, the IMD has advised residents to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, particularly during peak afternoon hours.

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