Mumbaikars sweltered in extreme heat as the maximum temperature in the city reached 34 degrees Celsius on Friday afternoon. The maximum temperature is likely to be around 35 degrees Celsius this weekend, too (PICS/ATUL KAMBLE)
Updated On: 2024-10-18 06:56 PM IST
Compiled by : Divya Nair
In its latest weather update, IMD said Mumbaikars might get some relief by night as the met department has predicted "Partly cloudy sky with possibility of rain / thundershowers in city and suburbs"
In its latest update, IMD said Mumbai recorded a minimum temperature of 25 degrees Celsius on Friday
In the morning, Mumbai was enveloped in a layer of haze that obscured its skyline despite the 'good' air quality on Friday
At 5.30 pm, Mumbai recorded 72 per cent humidity. However, it lingered above 80 per cent earlier in the day
On Friday, Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 82 (good) at 6.30 pm
Amid the extreme heat conditions, Mumbaikars also had to face 5-10 per cent water cut on Friday owing to pipeline work in Thane
Residents have been advised to take precautions to protect themselves from extreme heat before stepping out
Experts have advised citizens to remain hydrated throughout the day
Residents can also wear protective gear, such as scarfs, caps and sunglasses
If residents feel dizzy or nauseous, they must visit a doctor, experts have cautioned
Mumbaikars brave the October heat at Fort
