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Rain to cease in Maharashtra, but October heat wave to intensify crisis
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News18•08-10-2026, 06:44
Rain to cease in Maharashtra, but October heat wave to intensify crisis
- •The monsoon is set to withdraw completely from Maharashtra by October 10, bringing an end to widespread rainfall and leaving the weather dry.
- •Hot and humid winds from the Arabian Sea will trigger intense October heat, forcing Mumbaikars and citizens across the state to rely on ACs and coolers.
- •Temperatures are expected to remain significantly above normal between 11 AM and 4 PM, with Vidarbha and Marathwada feeling the heat of May.
- •While most regions will remain dry, isolated light rain is predicted for Mahabaleshwar, Ratnagiri, parts of Sindhudurg, and Western Maharashtra ghats.
- •Weather experts from Skymet note that shifting weather parameters and retreating monsoon patterns are creating contrasting weather conditions across India.
Key Questions Answered
The withdrawal of the monsoon in Maharashtra has begun and is expected to leave completely by October 10, after which no heavy rain is anticipated.
Vidarbha and Marathwada are experiencing weather much hotter than normal resembling May, while Central Maharashtra is also encountering more oppressive heat.
Most regions in Maharashtra will remain dry, but light rain is likely in Mahabaleshwar, Ratnagiri, parts of Sindhudurg, and the ghat regions of Western Maharashtra.
