Are Schools and Colleges in Mumbai, Thane and Other Cities Closed Today? Check Latest Update
Heavy monsoon rains hit Mumbai and nearby regions for a fourth day on July 3, with over 200 mm logged in 24 hours. The IMD has warned of extreme downpours and potential transport disruptions. While schools and colleges currently remain open, municipal bodies may issue fresh closure orders if weather conditions continue to worsen.
Relentless monsoon downpours battered Mumbai and its neighbouring regions for a fourth consecutive day on Friday, July 3, prompting severe weather warnings from meteorological officials. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall across Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, and Palghar, with a high possibility of isolated, extremely heavy showers through the day.
Record Rainfall and Transport Disruptions
Over the last 24 hours, several localities registered massive rain accumulation. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) confirmed that multiple areas logged more than 200 mm of rainfall during this period. The sustained deluge has triggered concerns over flash waterlogging, severe traffic congestion, and widespread disruptions across road and local rail transport networks. Civic authorities have urged residents to exercise caution and remain alert to changing conditions. Mumbai Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Friday, 03 July 2026: Expect Moderate Rain Showers and High Humidity, High of 28°C.
Status of School and College Closures
Despite the ongoing downpours, local civic authorities - including the BMC, Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC), Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC), and Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) - have not issued fresh school or college closure orders as of Friday morning. This follows Thursday’s operational approach, where these municipal bodies kept educational institutions open despite an active orange alert. In contrast, the Palghar district administration previously ordered a total shutdown of schools and colleges on Thursday following a stringent red alert from the IMD. Precautionary holidays were similarly declared yesterday by civic bodies in Panvel, Uran, and Raigad. Municipal officials noted that the possibility of executing fresh closure orders throughout Friday remains open if weather conditions continue to deteriorate.
Weather Outlook and Local Incidents
According to private weather forecaster AccuWeather, the region is expected to remain under completely overcast skies with a 100 per cent chance of persistent rain through Friday, July 3. Temperatures are predicted to hover between a maximum of 29 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 26 degrees Celsius, with intense downpours threatening to flood low-lying areas. The intense weather has already resulted in local casualties and infrastructure damage. On Thursday afternoon, July 2, eight people suffered injuries in Mumbai's Santacruz area after a large tree collapsed due to heavy winds and rain. Mumbai Open Manhole Death: BMC Suspends 4 Officials After 60-Year-Old Man Dies in Sakinaka.
Residents, parents, and students are strongly advised to continuously monitor the official social media handles and communication portals of their respective municipal corporations and district administrations for real-time updates before initiating travel or school commutes.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 03, 2026 08:19 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
