Mumbai Rains: Where Did It Rain the Most? Check Your Area's Rainfall Stats
Mumbai is under a Red Alert for today, July 4, as heavy monsoon rains hit the city. Suburbs like Vikhroli, Powai, and Andheri recorded significant rainfall between 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Authorities have issued safety advisories, noting potential traffic and transit disruptions. Residents are urged to exercise caution and stay updated via official BMC channels.
Mumbai continues to grapple with an intense spell of monsoon rainfall as a "Red Alert" issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) remains in effect for July 4. The city experienced a significant downpour throughout the morning, with several suburban areas recording extremely heavy rainfall between 8:00Â AM and 2:00Â AM today.
Widespread Rainfall Across Suburbs in Mumbai
Data recorded during the six-hour window from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM highlights the severity of the ongoing weather event. Vikhroli led the city with 164 mm of rainfall, followed closely by Powai at 154 mm and Versova at 144 mm. Mumbai School Holiday Today: BMC Orders Afternoon Closure of Schools, Colleges After IMD Red Alert.
Several Areas in Mumbai Recorded Over 50 mm of Rainfall in 6 Hours
Area wise rain fall recorded in Mumbai today (8 am-2 pm)
Colaba – 67 mm
Sion – 58 mm
Matunga – 51 mm
Vikhroli – 164 mm
Powai – 154 mm
Ghatkopar – 137 mm
Versova – 144 mm
Jogeshwari – 128 mm
Chakala, Andheri – 127 mm
Andheri Fire Station area – 125 mm
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Other areas in the western and eastern suburbs also saw substantial figures:
- Jogeshwari: 128 mm
- Chakala, Andheri: 127 mm
- Andheri Fire Station: 125 mm
- K/West Ward Office, Andheri West: 124 mm
- Ghatkopar: 137 mm
- Colaba: 67 mm
- Sion: 58 mm
- Matunga: 51 mm
Official Alerts and Public Safety
The IMD has warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall across the city and its suburbs, with potential for extremely heavy showers and gusty winds reaching 60 kmph in isolated locations. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has actively monitored the situation, with civic authorities issuing advisories for citizens to step out only for essential work. While public transport remains largely operational, commuters have reported intermittent delays on the suburban local train network and minor technical disruptions on metro lines. The city’s disaster management cell and municipal corporations have activated 24-hour helplines to assist residents in waterlogged areas. Mumbai Rains: Tree Collapses at Meenatai Thackeray Flower Market in Dadar After Heavy Rainfall (Watch Videos).
Civic Body's Response
With the Red Alert expected to persist through the weekend, authorities have urged residents to remain cautious of localised flooding and traffic congestion. The BMC has advised schools and colleges to take necessary safety measures, and residents in low-lying areas are encouraged to stay updated via official communication channels. The city remains on high alert as the intense monsoon system continues to track across the Maharashtra coast, with officials emphasising the need for continued vigilance over the coming 48 hours.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 04, 2026 03:18 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
