Southwest Monsoon Withdrawal Accelerates Across Maharashtra: What’s Next for Pune and Mumbai?

The Southwest Monsoon withdrawal from Maharashtra has accelerated, with 30% of the state – including Mumbai – already seeing the season pull back. In the next 48 hours, the monsoon is likely to withdraw from more parts of the state, including Pune, as moisture depletes rapidly across major regions. This rapid depletion is expected to minimize the chances of rainfall and cause a noticeable rise in daytime temperatures.

Monsoon Withdrawal Progress

The Southwest Monsoon has fully withdrawn from Gujarat, Rajasthan, and most parts of Uttar Pradesh, covering some portions of Bihar and Madhya Pradesh as well. On October 10, 2025, parts of Maharashtra officially joined the list, with withdrawal lines passing significant locations such as Mumbai, Akola, Ahilyanagar, Alibag, and coordinates 28°N/86°E and 18.5°N/72°E.

Weather Impact on Maharashtra Cities

Moisture levels are dropping swiftly from the major parts of Maharashtra, including urban centers like Mumbai and Pune. With this, rainfall is likely only in isolated, very light patches around South Maharashtra. Residents should prepare for hotter days ahead, as the changing weather minimises rain chances further.

Further Withdrawal Expected Soon

Meteorological conditions are favorable for the Southwest Monsoon withdrawal from remaining areas—more parts of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Sikkim, Odisha, and Telangana—over the next three to four days.

What to Expect Next

With the Southwest Monsoon withdrawal Maharashtra event, cooler nights may be delayed as temperatures begin to climb. Agriculture, city water management, and everyday routines could feel the effects of this shift, making it important for communities to stay alert to updated weather advisories.