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IN PHOTOS: Haze greets Diwali in South Mumbai as temperatures soar

Updated On: 20 October, 2025 08:56 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad

South Mumbai experienced a dry and hazy Diwali on Monday, with rising temperatures, reduced visibility, and moderate air quality across several areas. (PICS/ ASHISH RAJE, SHADAB KHAN)

South Mumbai experienced a dry and hazy Diwali on Monday, with rising temperatures, reduced visibility, and moderate air quality across several areas. (PICS/ ASHISH RAJE, SHADAB KHAN)

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South Mumbai experienced a dry and hazy Diwali on Monday, with rising temperatures, reduced visibility, and moderate air quality across several areas. (PICS/ ASHISH RAJE, SHADAB KHAN)
<p>On Monday, the temperatures in South Mumbai`s Charni Road and Marine Drive areas reached 33 degrees Celsius but felt closer to 40 degrees Celsius due to high humidity and heat intensity</p>

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On Monday, the temperatures in South Mumbai`s Charni Road and Marine Drive areas reached 33 degrees Celsius but felt closer to 40 degrees Celsius due to high humidity and heat intensity

<p>The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported clear skies over the city, with no immediate signs of rainfall relief</p>

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported clear skies over the city, with no immediate signs of rainfall relief

<p>&nbsp;The intensity of the heat has been apparent since the morning hours</p>

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 The intensity of the heat has been apparent since the morning hours

<p>Weather officials have issued advisories urging citizens to avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, limit outdoor activities during peak hours, and stay adequately hydrated</p>

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Weather officials have issued advisories urging citizens to avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, limit outdoor activities during peak hours, and stay adequately hydrated

<p>A light haze was observed over parts of South Mumbai, slightly impacting visibility. While not severe, it reflects the combined effect of rising temperatures and air quality fluctuations</p>

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A light haze was observed over parts of South Mumbai, slightly impacting visibility. While not severe, it reflects the combined effect of rising temperatures and air quality fluctuations

<p>Dadar, too, remained covered under a blanket of haze. PIC/ SHADAB KHAN</p>

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Dadar, too, remained covered under a blanket of haze. PIC/ SHADAB KHAN

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