Mumbai: 'Aamchi' Mumbai is experiencing unusual rainfall this weekend, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a 'yellow' alert for the city and surrounding areas like Thane and Palghar. The alert signifies the likelihood of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds (30-40 kmph) in one or two places., Mumbai News, Times Now
The IMD’s forecast suggests that the cyclone is expected to strengthen into a severe cyclonic storm by October 22 and move towards the direction of the south coasts of Oman and adjoining Yemen, veering away from the Indian coastline. Earlier, updates from the IMD suggested that the cyclone 'Tej', which has developed from a low-pressure region, is not predicted to impact Mumbai. , India News, Times Now
A potential cyclone is brewing in the Arabian Sea which will be named 'Tej'. As of now there is no cyclone in the Arabian Sea but weather experts are monitoring a low-pressure area that could develop into a cyclone in the next few days. If Cyclone Tej does form, it will most probably move in North-West direction to Yemen or Oman without affecting Mumbai or Gujarat. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) is closely monitoring the situation and will issue regular updates., Mumbai News, Times Now
As a side effect of the cyclonic disturbance, night temperatures in Mumbai and other places in the state are expected to dip to a cooler 22-23 degree Celsius. - Cyclone Tej Alert In Mumbai: Next 2 Days Crucial, Warns IMD; City To Witness Cooler Nights | Weather Forecast