The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai and surrounding districts starting May 6, warning of persistently hot and humid conditions. Temperatures in Mumbai are forecasted to exceed 36°C, while neighbouring Thane district could see highs of up to 39°C. Recent observations indicate that daytime temperatures had already surpassed 34°C in both suburban areas and the Colaba coastal observatory. The IMD predicts that this heat will escalate across the Konkan region until May 8, with the discomfort extending into the night as minimum temperatures hover between 28°C and 29°C. A health advisory has been released, urging vulnerable groups to take precautions against heat-related illnesses. While temperatures are rising, the IMD has clarified that no official heatwave warning has been issued, as a heatwave is declared only when temperatures exceed 37°C or remain significantly above normal for consecutive days. Meanwhile, other parts of Maharashtra, including Vidarbha and Marathawada, are expected to experience thunderstorms and gusty winds due to an active trough system.