The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for several regions across Maharashtra, including Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad, warning of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, moderate rainfall, and gusty winds from May 17 to May 21.
According to the latest IMD bulletin, Mumbai is under yellow alert for Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, while the neighbouring districts of Thane and Raigad will remain on alert from Sunday through Wednesday. This alert indicates the possibility of unsettled weather, with many areas across Maharashtra likely to witness moderate rain and stormy conditions during this period.
The IMD’s warning extends beyond the Konkan belt. Over the next four days, the entire state is expected to experience volatile weather patterns, with alerts issued across all regions in Maharashtra.
An IMD scientist, Akhil Srivastava, in a statement to ANI, highlighted that southern parts of India—including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka—will also see persistent rainfall along with thunderstorms and gusty winds over the coming five days. Similar weather activity is anticipated over parts of Central India as well.
Mumbai has already been experiencing pre-monsoon showers in recent days, with rainfall recorded in various parts of the city on Saturday, offering some respite from the intense summer heat.
Monsoon 2025 Outlook
Looking ahead, the IMD has predicted an above-normal monsoon season for India this year. Seasonal rainfall from June to September 2025 is expected to exceed 104% of the Long Period Average (LPA), signaling a strong monsoon season nationwide.
The southwest monsoon typically arrives over Kerala around June 1, marking the official onset of the rainy season in India. This transition period signifies a shift from the hot, dry months to cooler, wetter weather, crucial for agriculture and water management across the country.
With the monsoon’s arrival approaching, authorities are urging residents and local administrations in the affected regions to stay alert and follow weather advisories closely.