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Cyclone Shakti Weakens, Bringing Relief to Maharashtra Coast
5 Oct
Summary
- Cyclone Shakti weakened significantly as of October 5, 2025
- Mumbai expected to receive only light rain or drizzles until October 8
- Gusty winds up to 65 kmph expected to subside as cyclone dissipates
On October 5, 2025, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that Cyclone Shakti, which had gained momentum in the Arabian Sea over the past few days, is now expected to weaken significantly from Monday morning. The severe storm, which had reached wind speeds of 100 kmph, is now forecast to begin recurving eastwards after reaching the northwest and west-central Arabian Sea by Sunday evening.
This change in wind patterns and trajectory has brought considerable relief to Maharashtra's coast, including the city of Mumbai. Contrary to earlier warnings, the IMD now predicts that Mumbai is unlikely to receive heavy or even moderate rainfall over the next few days. Instead, the city is expected to experience only light rain or occasional drizzles until October 8.
Additionally, the gusty winds ranging between 45-55 kmph, with peaks up to 65 kmph, that were previously expected over the North Maharashtra coast between October 3 and 5, are now expected to continue for a brief period but will stabilize as Cyclone Shakti weakens into the Arabian Sea.
