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Mumbai Forecast: Gusty Winds, Light Rain, Yellow Alert September 12-13

Mumbai began Thursday with cloudy skies and strong winds.

Light rain may fall in different parts of the city.

Some isolated areas could receive heavier rain.

Winds may become stronger during intense showers.

The weather department issued a Yellow Alert for September 12 and 13.

Thunderstorms, lightning and more rain are possible on those days.

Mumbai had a very dry August, with rainfall far below normal.

Despite the cloudy weather, the city’s air quality was Good.

Key facts

Rainfall forecast: Intermittent light showers are expected, with isolated moderate to heavy spells possible.
Wind speeds: Winds are forecast at 40-50 kmph, with gusts reaching 50-60 kmph during intense rain.
Yellow Alert: Issued for Mumbai and the metropolitan region on September 12 and 13.
Temperature: The maximum temperature is expected to be around 33°C; the Thursday morning minimum was 29°C.
August rainfall: Mumbai received less than 200 mm of rain and recorded 66% below-normal rainfall.
Air quality: Mumbai’s overall AQI was 32, in the Good category.

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