Sporadic rain may dampen Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in Mumbai

As Mumbaikars gear up for the much awaited 10-day long Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, slated to begin tomorrow, light to moderate rain showers may dampen the festivities in the city tomorrow. Inclement weather may also lead to traffic snarls. Coupled with a moderate breeze throughout the day, the city can expect a maximum temperature of 30°C and minimum temperature of 24°C for tomorrow. Mumbai along with Nagpur, Nasik and Pune will witness moderate to light rain showers. According to latest weather update by Skymet Meteorology Division in India, the weekend could see some rain over Mumbai as well. Mumbai has been receiving good rain during the month of August. Interestingly, it has rained every day in August but rainfall kind of tapered off after the first week. It has received over 30 mm of rain in last three days and 392.7 mm of rain for this month so far.   The wet spell was in association with a low level cyclonic circulation over Konkan and Goa region. It has now become insignificant. The Ganesh Chaturthi festival, signifying the birth of Lord Ganesha, is set to begin from August 29 and continue until September 8, when the idol will be immersed.