The IMD said the intensity of rainfall is predicted to reduce over Konkan and central Maharashtra. The region is expected to witness isolated heavy rainfall till August 23. Strong surface winds are very likely over the region till August 23.
By CNBCTV18.com August 21, 2025, 9:05:38 AM IST (Published)
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai for Thursday (August 21). The financial capital, its suburbs and neighbouring districts witnessed heavy rain that triggered waterlogging, traffic and air and rail disruptions.
The IMD said the intensity of rainfall is predicted to reduce over Konkan and central Maharashtra. The region is expected to witness isolated heavy rainfall till August 23. Strong surface winds are very likely over the region till August 23.
No rains expected in South Mumbai & Mumbai Suburbs next few hours. Borivali & Northern MMR is on target. Passing shower over Thane.
Stay tuned for live updates https://t.co/8KodSkrjRe— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) August 21, 2025
The weather department said light to moderate rainfall at many places is expected over the region this week. An increase in the intensity of rainfall is predicted over Konkan and central Maharashtra from August 25.
Local trains are running on time after several trains were cancelled on August 19 and 20 due to flooded tracks. Schools, colleges and offices opened for regular functioning.
The metropolis received an average rainfall of more than 100 mm in the 22-hour period ending at 6 am on August 20, civic officials said. The city recorded an average downpour of 131.51 mm, eastern suburbs 159.66 mm and the western suburbs 150.60 mm, they said.