Westerlies Bring Partial Relief from Mumbai Heat

Mumbai: After a week of oppressive "feels-like" temperatures nearing 45–50°C, residents across the city, particularly in the eastern suburbs, are experiencing a marginal dip in discomfort as westerly winds begin to dominate. Independent meteorologist Abhijit Modak attributed the relief to a shift in wind patterns. "All temperature depends on the wind. With steady westerlies blowing at 20–25 kmph, conditions have turned relatively comfortable as these winds help regulate heat and reduce humidity," he said.The stronger sea breeze has particularly aided coastal and western parts of the city, bringing down both actual and perceived temperatures. However, Modak cautioned that this relief may be temporary. "After May 8, dry and hot northerly winds are expected to return, which will push temperatures up again," he said.The impact is likely to be more pronounced in interior and eastern pockets such as Kalyan, Dombivli and Karjat, where the sea breeze arrives later in the day—often post noon or even as late as 2–3 pm. These areas could see maximum temperatures climbing to 39–40°C in the coming days. Meteorologists note that the timing and strength of sea winds remain crucial in determining daily comfort levels, especially during the pre-monsoon period when humidity and inland heating interact sharply. `
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