Mumbai faces hot and polluted Diwali as temperatures soar and air quality declines

Mumbai experienced a hot and polluted Diwali, with temperatures reaching 36.7°C, two degrees above normal. The air quality index (AQI) was moderate at 167 but worsened in the evening due to firecrackers, particularly in Sewri, which hit 301. The city recorded the highest temperatures in the state, with a minimum of 25.3°C in Santacruz. Humidity levels were high at 60-62%, contributing to discomfort. Despite forecasts for light rain, no precipitation occurred. Air quality varied across the city, with several areas reporting poor levels. Most monitoring stations recorded moderate AQI levels, but pollution from firecrackers led to increased PM2.5 levels as the night progressed.