Mumbai on Monday was likely to experience clear skies and heatwave condition was very likely to prevail in the suburbs

According to a weather bulletin, the maximum temperature in Mumbai was expected to be reach 38 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature may settle at approximately 22 degrees Celsius on Monday

On Sunday, the weather was warm during the afternoon hours, though mornings and late evenings may feel relatively comfortable

The IMD has predicted hot and humid weather conditions for Mumbai and its adjoining areas on Monday, March 23 and issued a yellow alert for the city, Thane and Palghar areas

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday issued a nationwide alert, predicting widespread thunderstorms, rainfall, lightning, and gusty winds across several regions in the coming days

Across Mumbai, AQI levels on Saturday were recorded as follows: Bandra Kurla Complex at 82, Borivali East at 62, Byculla at 77, Andheri East at 81, Colaba at 64, Deonar at 96, Ghatkopar at 86, and Kandivali East at 36

Such conditions are typical during this time of the year when humidity remains moderate and skies stay largely cloud-free

A similar yellow alert has also been issued for parts of Maharashtra including Raigad, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg

According to the IMD, some parts of Maharashtra were very likely to witness rains and thunderstorm on March 23

Despite the rising heat, Mumbai’s air quality has improved over the past 24 hours. According to Centre's Sameer app, the overall AQI stood at 89.