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Brace for Downpour: BMC shares high tide timings as Mumbai set for extremely heavy rains
- by Webdesk
- 19 Aug 2025
Source: Hindustan Times
Mumbai Rains: BMC Issues High Tide Timings, IMD Warns of ‘Extremely Heavy Rain’
Mumbai and surrounding regions including Thane and Pune have been reeling under continuous heavy rainfall for the past three days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded a red alert for Mumbai and its suburbs, cautioning about the possibility of very heavy to extremely heavy showers. Amid this situation, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) released the high tide timings on social media platform X, warning that waves could rise up to 3.75 metres.
The incessant rainfall has led to severe waterlogging in several areas of Mumbai and Thane, with some localities witnessing knee-deep flooding. Civic officials have urged citizens to remain cautious and avoid venturing into flooded areas unnecessarily.
BMC Shares High Tide Schedule
In its update, BMC highlighted that occasional gusty winds reaching 45–55 kmph are also likely to lash the city along with the heavy downpour. The high and low tide timings for August 19 and 20 are as follows:
High tide in Mumbai on August 19
- 9:16 am – 3.75 metres
- 8:53 pm – 3.14 metres
Low tide on August 19
- 3:16 pm – 2.22 metres
- 3:11 am (August 20) – 1.05 metres
High tide on August 20
- 9:16 am – 3.75 metres
- 8:53 pm – 3.14 metres
Low tide on August 20
- 3:16 pm – 2.22 metres
- 3:11 am (August 21) – 1.05 metres
Schools Shut, Offices Switch to Work-From-Home
With heavy showers showing no signs of easing, the BMC ordered closure of schools across Mumbai on Tuesday. In addition, state government offices were shut down as a precautionary measure. Private offices and companies were advised to allow their employees to work from home in order to avoid travel disruptions and safety risks.
Rainfall Recorded in 24 Hours
According to data provided by officials (PTI), the city has received massive amounts of rainfall in the last 24 hours, ending at 8 am on Tuesday.
- Island city: 186.43 mm
- Eastern suburbs: 208.78 mm
- Western suburbs: 238.19 mm
These figures indicate the intensity of the ongoing downpour, which has already disrupted normal life across the metropolitan region.
IMD’s Forecast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted “very heavy to extremely heavy” rainfall for Mumbai and its suburbs on Tuesday. Along with this, gusty winds between 45–55 kmph are expected to affect the city, further worsening the situation.
With the rains showing no immediate signs of relief, authorities have requested residents to stay indoors, follow safety guidelines, and keep track of official weather updates.
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