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IN PHOTOS: Scorching afternoon heat forces people in Mumbai to take cover

Updated On: 11 April, 2026 10:41 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed

People in parts of Mumbai were on Saturday afternoon seen taking cover from intense heat as temperatures continue to soar in city. Pics/Ashish Raje

The city has been experiencing hot weather conditions from past several weeks. Pics/Ashish Raje

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The city has been experiencing hot weather conditions from past several weeks. Pics/Ashish Raje
The IMD predicted that Mumbai was on Saturday expected to experience mainly clear skies, with maximum and minimum temperatures likely to hover around 36 degrees Celsius and 24 degrees Celsius, respectively

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The IMD predicted that Mumbai was on Saturday expected to experience mainly clear skies, with maximum and minimum temperatures likely to hover around 36 degrees Celsius and 24 degrees Celsius, respectively

The city is witnessing hot and humid conditions since mid-March

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The city is witnessing hot and humid conditions since mid-March

Some residents were seen relying on cooling methods such as drinking water

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Some residents were seen relying on cooling methods such as drinking water

Commuters and pedestrians were seen resting under trees, bus shelters and building shades to escape the harsh sun

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Commuters and pedestrians were seen resting under trees, bus shelters and building shades to escape the harsh sun

The experts suggest to remain cautious as high temperatures 

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The experts suggest to remain cautious as high temperatures 

While many avoid stepping out during peak afternoon hours, some were seen visiting the city beaches

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While many avoid stepping out during peak afternoon hours, some were seen visiting the city beaches

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