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Maharashtra Weather: Unseasonal rainfall has continued to affect parts of Maharashtra, including Mumbai and Pune, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing fresh warnings for more showers in the coming days. A yellow alert has been issued for Mumbai for Tuesday and Wednesday, as light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds are expected to impact the city.

Maharashtra Weather: Yellow Alert Issued For Thane, Raigad, Palghar

The IMD has also extended the yellow alert to Thane, South Konkan, Raigad and Palghar. Rain warnings have been issued for several areas across Maharashtra including the Ghat regions of Pune, Ahilyanagar, Solapur, Sangli, Satara and Kolhapur. These districts could witness thunderstorms and moderate rain activity.

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What Is Causing The Unseasonal Rain In Maharashtra

According to IMD Mumbai, a low-level trough is causing wind pattern disruptions, creating favourable conditions for pre-monsoon showers. The department also noted that this system could lead to the onset of the southwest monsoon in the Andaman region around May 13, followed by Kerala by May 28.

Mumbai Temperature

Mumbai recorded a maximum temperature of 34 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 27 degrees Celsius on Monday. The IMD expects temperatures to dip slightly in the days ahead due to increased cloud cover and rainfall. Air quality in the city also improved, with the Central Pollution Control Board reporting an AQI of 52, which falls in the 'Satisfactory' range.

Mumbai Rain Update

As of Monday, Mumbai had recorded higher than average rainfall for this period. IMD data shows Santacruz has received 33.9 mm of rain since March 1, while Colaba registered 48.7 mm—both exceeding the seasonal average.

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Pune Weather Update

Elsewhere in the state, Pune city has seen consistent rain over the past two days. A yellow alert has been issued for the city until May 16 as rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds are expected to continue.

Maharashtra Weather: Orange Alert Issued For THESE Regions In Vidarbha District

In Vidarbha, an orange alert has been sounded for Gondia, Bhandara, Gadchiroli, Wardha and Yavatmal for May 14 and 15. These districts may face heavy unseasonal rains due to changing wind directions and atmospheric disturbances.

Nashik and Trimbakeshwar also witnessed intense rainfall on Monday. Nashik city recorded 21 mm of rain. In Trimbakeshwar, roads resembled rivers, disrupting traffic and delaying pre-monsoon drain cleaning works.