Mumbai greeted Thursday, October 2, 2025, with a soothing mildness in the air, as forecasts pointed to intermittent showers developing later in the day alongside temperatures spanning 25 to 29 degrees Celsius. The air quality index (AQI) clocked in at 46 the day before, placing it squarely in the “good” range, per data from AQI.in. With persistent cloud cover and occasional light drizzle on the horizon, some airborne particles may hug closer to the earth’s surface today.
Expect the mercury to peak at 29°C during the day, easing down to 25°C overnight. Humidity is projected to linger at 79%, nudged along by breezes reaching 20.5 kilometers per hour. Afternoon skies hold an 89% chance of scattered precipitation, keeping the atmosphere refreshed. Pollution metrics from Wednesday revealed PM2.5 concentrations at 18 micrograms per cubic meter and PM10 at 44 micrograms per cubic meter—figures well within tolerable thresholds. Such benign conditions stemmed from subdued winds and steady humidity levels.
Looking ahead, the week’s weather pattern promises steady light rains paired with temperate conditions. Friday will echo Thursday’s vibe, topping out at 28.8°C with an identical 89% odds of showers. Precipitation is slated to build over the weekend, culminating in 2.24 millimeters on Sunday. From Monday through Tuesday, highs will fluctuate between 25 and 28°C beneath brooding overcast layers. Wednesday emerges as the clearest break, with minimal rain ideal for venturing outdoors.
For residents, early hours present prime windows for physical activity, capitalizing on the untainted atmosphere. Afternoon travelers are advised to pack umbrellas or rain gear and opt for face coverings amid dense traffic zones. As dusk falls, the cooling trend and easing moisture create inviting setups for evening pursuits under the open sky. Wednesday’s AQI reading of 46 ranks among the month’s purest air snapshots. The extended reach of the monsoon season has delivered much-needed moderation, tempering the intense heat that defined September’s mornings and nights.
Air quality figures cited here draw from AQI.in.