Overview

• IMD forecasts heavy rainfall beginning Tuesday, August 26, with a yellow alert issued for the day and generally cloudy conditions expected.
• Mumbai is set for light to moderate showers through August 25, with daytime temperatures around 28–30°C, nights at 24–26°C, and sticky humidity near 84%.
• After days of washouts, public transport has largely normalised, with BEST buses and suburban rail services running and road traffic mostly restored.
• Earlier downpours triggered severe waterlogging, flight and train delays, temporary closure of schools and a day’s shutdown for government offices.
• Authorities and outlets advise residents to plan travel, monitor real-time updates, and be prepared for waterlogging, traffic snarls and possible train delays when heavier rain returns.