Get set to sweat it out

Forecasters predict a rise in humidity as winter chills make way for a long scorching summer It's time for Mumbaikars to pack their winterwear away. And today before leaving for work, remember to carry wet wipes with you, as the meteorological department has predicted a rise in humidity levels over the next few days.Experts state the cold chills are over and citizens need to be prepared for long hot daysAfter its tryst with the uncommonly cold weather, the city's temperature is on the rise again and the humidity too will fluctuate owing to the northeasterly winds, say officials from the meteorological department.Weather forecasters say the mercury is climbing once again and citizens must prepare for warmer days over the following week.u00a0IMD recorded a maximum temperature of 31.8 and a minimum of 17.2 at Santacruz yesterday, whereas Colaba recorded a maximum temperature of 30.2 and minimum temperature of 21.0. R V Sharma, deputy director IMD (western region) revealed that owing to the change in pattern and timing of breeze flowing towards the city, the humidity level has been fluctuating drastically.Citing yesterday's example, Sharma revealed that Colaba started its day with 91 per cent level humidity, which gradually reduced to 74 per cent during the day.u00a0The decline in humidity was because of the change in the sea breeze pattern and time it flows, resulting in a constant rise and fall in the day temperatureu00a0 as well as in the humidity levels. However, Mumbaikars should be all set to welcome the hot and humid weather over the next few days.u00a0 The temperature is likely to increase by one to two degrees each day, said Sharma.Dr Pratit Samdani added, Owing to the heat setting in, more patients are complaining of headaches. Compared to last week, patients complaining of respiratory diseases are more because of the change in weather. People suffering from migraines should especially take the necessary precautions because of the heat. There has also been a rise in the number of patients suffering from malaria.

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