Rain brings respite from Mumbai’s dry weather, more in store, says IMD
Mumbai and the neighbouring districts of Thane and Raigad woke up to overcast skies and spells of light rainfall on Tuesday morning. Forecasting more pre-monsoon showers on cards, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said that the region will continue to experience light to moderate rainfall along with thunderstorms until the end of the week (Saturday).
The pre-monsoon spell coincided with the advancement of southwest monsoon into Nicobar Islands, south Bay of Bengal as well as south and north Andaman Sea, marking its onset in the country, nearly a week ahead of schedule.
Bringing respite from the city’s dry and warm weather, several pockets of Mumbai, particularly the eastern suburbs such as Ghatkopar, Vikhroli, Powai, Chembur etc, and neighbouring districts of Thane, experienced bri...