The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Mumbai, warning of very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall over the city and suburbs on Tuesday. Officials also cautioned about gusty winds reaching 45–55 kmph, which may compound the impact of waterlogging and traffic disruptions.

According to the IMD, heavy to very heavy showers are expected at several locations, while a few isolated areas could experience extremely heavy rainfall. Tide levels are also expected to add to the city’s concerns, with high tide of 3.75 metres at 9:16 am and 3.14 metres at 8:53 pm, while the low tide will measure 2.22 metres at 3:16 pm. The next low tide is forecast at 1.05 metres in the early hours of Wednesday at 3:11 am.

In the 24-hour period ending at 8 am on Tuesday, Mumbai recorded significant rainfall. The city received 186.43 mm, while the eastern suburbs logged 208.78 mm and the western suburbs 238.19 mm. Civic officials have urged residents to remain cautious during high tide hours, avoid flooded stretches, and follow weather advisories closely.