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Mumbai hits 35.6°C as heatwave pushes temperatures above 38°C in Akola, Amravati
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🗓 10 Oct 2026, 08:17 PM
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Mumbai recorded 35.6°C, while nearby districts of Akola and Amravati saw temperatures exceed 38°C amid a sweltering heatwave across Maharashtra.
The city of Mumbai registered a maximum temperature of 35.6 degrees Celsius, according to the latest readings released by the Indian Meteorological Department. The heatwave that has settled over western Maharashtra is also affecting interior districts, with Akola and Amravati both recording temperatures that crossed the 38-degree mark.
Meteorologists attribute the rise to a persistent high-pressure system that is preventing cooler air masses from moving into the region. Such conditions are expected to continue for the next few days, raising concerns about heat‑related health risks, especially for vulnerable populations.
Authorities in Mumbai have issued advisories urging residents to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activities during peak hours, and seek shade or air‑conditioned environments where possible. Similar warnings have been circulated in Akola and Amravati, where the heat intensity is even higher.
The state government is monitoring the situation closely and has mobilised health teams to respond to any heat‑stroke emergencies. Power utilities have also been asked to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply to support cooling facilities across the affected areas.
As the summer season progresses, experts predict that temperatures may remain above normal until the monsoon arrives later in the month, providing much‑needed relief to the heat‑stricken regions of Maharashtra.
Meteorologists attribute the rise to a persistent high-pressure system that is preventing cooler air masses from moving into the region. Such conditions are expected to continue for the next few days, raising concerns about heat‑related health risks, especially for vulnerable populations.
Authorities in Mumbai have issued advisories urging residents to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activities during peak hours, and seek shade or air‑conditioned environments where possible. Similar warnings have been circulated in Akola and Amravati, where the heat intensity is even higher.
The state government is monitoring the situation closely and has mobilised health teams to respond to any heat‑stroke emergencies. Power utilities have also been asked to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply to support cooling facilities across the affected areas.
As the summer season progresses, experts predict that temperatures may remain above normal until the monsoon arrives later in the month, providing much‑needed relief to the heat‑stricken regions of Maharashtra.