The forecast comes amid continuing dry conditions across the state after a deficient monsoon season
The city is, however, not expected to receive rainfall for now, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD). Pune: Parts of Maharashtra are likely to witness isolated thundershowers over the next few days, following a prolonged dry spell and a below-normal monsoon.
Explaining the weather pattern, Sanap said moisture incursion from the Bay of Bengal, driven by southeasterly winds, was interacting with a trough over the region, creating favourable conditions for isolated thunderstorms and rain activity from around Oct 17 (Saturday).
Some parts of Pune district may receive isolated rainfall in the form of thunderstorms, but it is not expected to be widespread or have a significant impact,” Sanap said. The forecast comes amid continuing dry conditions across the state after a deficient monsoon season. “We are not forecasting rain for Pune city at this stage.
Mumbai and Thane are expected to experience hot and humid weather on Friday. Light rain or thundershowers may occur in Mumbai on Saturday and Sunday, with light to moderate rainfall likely on Monday, according to the IMD forecast.