Mumbai Experiences Coldest December Morning in 9 Years as Temperatures Plummet

The city records a low of 13.7°C, with clear skies and improved air quality forecasted for the week ahead.

Mumbai recorded its coldest December morning in nearly a decade on December 9, with Santacruz observing a low of 13.7°C, 5.1°C below the seasonal average.
The sharp temperature drop follows an unusually hot December 4, when the city hit a high of 37.3°C, its hottest December day in 13 years.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts clear skies and gradually rising temperatures, with lows expected to remain under 20°C until Friday.
Air quality in Mumbai has shown improvement, with the current AQI at 104, categorized as moderate, though residents with respiratory issues are advised to limit outdoor activities.
Daytime temperatures this week are forecasted to range between 31°C and 32°C, offering pleasant and sunny conditions for outdoor activities.