Mumbai Braces for Rainy Week, IMD Issues Orange Alert for Pune and Nashik

Last Updated:May 15, 2025, 10:05 IST

Weather Update: IMD has issued a yellowish alert from May 15 to 17 for respective places, informing of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and airy to mean rainfall.

Orange alert has been issued for Pune (Image: PTI)

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Mumbai Weather Outlook

As per the IMD, Mumbai will experience partly cloudy skies with the likelihood of moderate rainfall or thunderstorms today, May 15. The maximum temperature may reach up to 35°C, while the minimum is expected around 27°C.

For May 17 to 20, Mumbai is expected to witness light rain and occasional drizzle, with the possibility of thunderstorms returning by May 19 and 20.

Orange Alert for Pune, Nashik & Nearby Districts

The IMD has raised an orange alert for the following districts on May 15:

• Pune

• Nashik

• Satara

• Ahilyanagar (Aurangabad)

This indicates the possibility of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms that may disrupt normal routines.

Yellow Alert: Thunderstorms, Rain & Winds Expected

A yellow alert has been issued for multiple regions across May 15 to 17, warning of:

• Thunderstorms

• Lightning

• Light to moderate rainfall

• Gusty winds (40–50 kmph)

District-wise Yellow Alert Schedule:

May 15:

• Mumbai

May 16:

• Thane

• Raigad

• Ratnagiri

• Sindhudurg

• Nasik

• Ahilyanagar

• Pune

• Kolhapur

• Satara

• Sangli

• Sholapur

• Latur

• Chandrapur

May 17:

• Raigad

• Ratnagiri

• Sindhudurg

• Nasik

• Ahilyanagar

• Pune

• Kolhapur

• Satara

• Latur

• Beed

• Chandrapur

May 18:

• Pune

• Kolhapur

• Satara

What To Expect

• Travel Delays: Local trains and road transport may be affected.

• Power Cuts: Lightning and winds could impact electric lines.

• Urban Flooding: Cities like Pune and Nashik should prepare for waterlogging in low-lying areas.

• Safety Advice: Avoid open areas during thunderstorms, and secure loose items on terraces or balconies.

Key Insight:

As monsoon conditions gradually approach the region, citizens are advised to stay updated with official IMD alerts. While Mumbai will see intermittent rain, the focus remains on interior Maharashtra districts where heavier systems may cause localised disruptions.