Mumbai Experiences Unusual Winter Heat; India Braces for Hot Summer 2025

Mumbai experienced an atypical winter season, marked by January being the third hottest on record and a heatwave in February. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts above-normal temperatures across India from March to May in its Summer 2025 outlook, attributing the change to global climate change. IMD Mumbai Director Sunil Kamble noted a global temperature rise of one to two degrees, impacting the region. A lack of expected westerly winds due to reduced snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir contributed to warmer minimum temperatures in Mumbai. The IMD advises citizens to avoid prolonged sun exposure, stay hydrated, and wear loose cotton clothing to mitigate heatstroke risks.