With the monsoon behind us, Mumbai is once again in the grip of sweltering heat. The city has been experiencing a sharp rise in temperatures, a phenomenon often referred to as “October heat”. The meteorologists have predicted uncomfortable weather conditions for the coming weeks, with temperatures fluctuating between 33°C and 35°C.  On Monday (September 30), the temperature in Santacruz soared from 33.5°C to a blistering 35.9°C in a single day, while Colaba recorded 33°C.

The spike in temperature, coupled with high humidity levels—71 per cent in Santacruz and 81 per cent in Colaba—has left Mumbaikars battling uncomfortable conditions. India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) Tuesday’s (October 1) readings showed Santacruz recording 33.5°C and Colaba at 32.8°C, both about one degree above the seasonal average.