Mumbai Rains Today, June 23, 2026: Heavy Showers Lash Parts of City After IMD Issues Alert As Monsoon Nears (Watch Videos)
Heavy thundershowers and moderate rainfall lashed several parts of Mumbai on Tuesday morning, bringing much-needed relief from weeks of intense heat and humidity. The sudden downpour indicates the revival and steady advance of the southwest monsoon toward the metropolitan region, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a fresh weather alert for the city.
Several parts of Maharashtra's Mumbai witnessed thundershowers and light to moderate rainfall on Tuesday morning, bringing relief from prolonged heat and humidity as the southwest monsoon continued its advance towards the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert, forecasting more rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next 24 to 48 hours, with heavy rainfall likely at isolated locations.
Areas including Worli, Bandra, Andheri, Ghatkopar and several eastern and western suburbs received steady showers during the early hours of Tuesday. The rainfall follows weeks of largely dry weather, marking a significant change in conditions as the monsoon approaches Mumbai after a delayed onset. Mumbai Rains: BMC Issues Orange Alert Following IMD Forecast As City Receives Pre-Monsoon Showers (Watch Videos).
Rain Lashes Iconic Marine Drive in Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra: Rain lashed the iconic Marine Drive, bringing relief from the heat pic.twitter.com/LlqbkM01VD
— IANS (@ians_india) June 23, 2026
Rain Lashes Parts of Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra: Rain lashes parts of Mumbai
(Visuals from Dadar Railway Station) pic.twitter.com/AC1Si0cxSk
— IANS (@ians_india) June 23, 2026
#WATCH | Maharashtra | Rain lashes parts of Mumbai; visuals from Matunga Senapati Bapat Road
Mumbai and the surrounding areas are witnessing pre-monsoon showers with lightning and thunderstorms. pic.twitter.com/cbo3AjAtpc
— ANI (@ANI) June 23, 2026
IMD Forecasts More Rain, Issues Alert
The IMD has forecast moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across Mumbai and neighbouring districts over the next two days. Weather officials have advised residents to remain cautious, especially in low-lying areas that may experience waterlogging during periods of intense rainfall.
Monsoon Expected to Cover Mumbai Soon
According to the IMD, conditions remain favourable for the southwest monsoon to advance further into Mumbai and adjoining parts of Maharashtra. The revival of the monsoon after a brief pause is expected to bring more widespread rainfall across the Konkan region and provide relief from the prevailing heat. Mumbai Rains: Heavy Showers Lash City, IMD Issues Yellow Alert As Monsoon Set To Arrive by June 23 (Watch Videos).
Commuters Advised to Plan Ahead
Authorities have advised commuters to expect slower traffic movement and possible waterlogging in vulnerable areas if rainfall intensifies. Fishermen have also been cautioned against venturing into the Arabian Sea due to rough sea conditions and strong winds associated with the advancing monsoon.
Mumbai typically receives the bulk of its annual rainfall during the southwest monsoon, which lasts from June to September. After an initial delay this year, the monsoon has regained momentum across Maharashtra, with forecasters expecting rainfall activity to increase across the state over the coming days.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jun 23, 2026 08:35 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
