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Time of India
a day ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Heat spikes in Telangana despite ongoing monsoon
Hyderabad: Despite the Monsoon being active across Telangana, several districts witnessed a sharp rise in day temperatures on Sunday. According to the Telangana State Development Planning Society (TGDPS), Khammam, Suryapet, and Nalgonda districts recorded some of the highest temperatures, touching 38 Celsius to 40 Celsius. The temperature map showed that while northern districts like Nirmal, Nizamabad, and Adilabad remained relatively cooler, the southern and southeastern regions experienced intense heat. Parts of Khammam were among the hottest, with localised pockets nearing 38 Celsius. Officials attributed the rise in temperatures to a break in Monsoon activity and clear skies that led to direct surface heating. 'This pattern is common when the Monsoon weakens temporarily. Clear skies push up daytime temperatures,' as per India Meteorological Department. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad During peak summer in May and early June, districts like Nalgonda and Khammam often see temperatures crossing 44 Celsius. While July is typically cooler due to rain, these brief heat spells became more frequent this season. Authorities advised residents to stay indoors during peak afternoon hours, stay hydrated, and avoid strenuous outdoor activities. Meteorologists expected rainfall activity to resume mid-week, which could bring some relief.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Rainfall drops sharply in Telangana after wet May; even 4 to 5 days of good rain now may not erase deficit, says Telangana State Development Planning Society
Hyderabad: After experiencing one of the wettest Mays in recent years with an average rainfall of 120 mm, Telangana is now facing a sharp reversal in June. As per the Telangana State Development Planning Society (TSDPS), 25 out of the state's 33 districts have reported deficient or large deficient rainfall between June 1 and 12. While May had raised hopes for a timely and active monsoon, the data from June tells a different story. In Hyderabad, only 10.6 mm of rain has been recorded so far this month against a normal of 44.7 mm, indicating a 76% shortfall, placing it firmly in the 'large deficient' category. Districts like Hanumakonda, Warangal, Suryapet, and Jayashankar Bhupalpally have seen a complete dry spell with no rainfall during this period. Other severely affected areas include Bhadrachalam with an 81% deficit, Karimnagar at 72%, Mahabubabad at 64% and Khammam with a near-total shortfall of 99%. Several key districts have reported below-average rainfall. Medchal-Malkajgiri recorded 11.9 mm compared to the normal 44.2 mm, showing a 73% dip. Siddipet received 18.8 mm against a norm of 39.1 mm, while Nalgonda and Rangareddy stood at 24.6 mm and 36.0 mm respectively, also falling short of their usual averages. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 오스템 임플란트 받아가세요 임플란터 더 알아보기 Undo However, not all districts are in deficit. Eight districts have seen normal to excess rainfall. Jogulamba Gadwal, Wanaparthy, and Nagarkurnool have all received over 25% more rainfall than normal for this period. Kamareddy stands out with 71.7 mm of rainfall against a normal of 42.6 mm — a 68% surplus — placing it in the 'large excess' category. Overall, the state's average rainfall for June so far is 32.1 mm, which is 20% below the norm of 40.2 mm. This deviation places Telangana's June rainfall status in the 'deficient' category. Meteorologists have attributed the drop in rainfall to a temporary northward shift in moisture-bearing monsoonal winds. "This weakening is temporary, but critical," said YV Rama Rao, meteorologist at TSDPS. "From Tuesday onwards, the winds have started turning towards Telangana. We expect good rainfall over the next four to five days, but it may not be sufficient to compensate for the deficits in severely affected regions. " Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Hans India
02-05-2025
- Climate
- Hans India
Telangana Rolls Out Heatwave Action Plan 2025
Telangana government today rolled out its official Heatwave Action Plan (HAP) 2025, focusing on localized risk mapping and mandal-level interventions across the state. Minister P. Srinivas Reddy released the report, which includes a full-fledged heat stress and vulnerability assessment for all 33 districts. The state, which had earlier classified heatwave as a state-specific disaster, has now detailed the plan to identify high-risk zones and implement preventive strategies to reduce the impact of rising temperatures. As part of the HAP 2025, a comprehensive Heatwave Vulnerability Map has been prepared by the Telangana State Development Planning Society (TSDPS). The map classifies all mandals based on historical heatwave data and population exposure over the past several years. Mandal-Wise Heatwave Exposure Classification: 1. Severe – ≥4 years of severe heatwaves & ≥6 years of heatwave exposure (6 mandals, 4.98 lakh people) 2. Critical – >2 years of severe and >4 years of heatwave conditions (106 mandals, 50.64 lakh people) 3. Semi-Critical – ≥1 year severe, >1 year heatwave incidence (189 mandals, 106.19 lakh people) 4. Vigilant – No severe years, but ≥1 year of general heatwave exposure (287 mandals, 178.53 lakh people) 5. Safe – Zero heatwave events recorded (24 mandals, 9.86 lakh people) The state capital Hyderabad and surrounding urban mandals fall under the "Vigilant" and 'Safe' categories. Most Hyderabad mandals show no severe heatwave occurrences, though some areas have faced non-severe heatwave events in isolated years. A few southern and southwestern fringes near Ranga Reddy and Medchal-Malkajgiri are marked in the safe zone, with no heatwave impact noted. Heat-sensitive mandals with severe and critical risk are mainly concentrated in north, east, and southeastern Telangana, notably across Nizamabad, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, and Bhadradri Kothagudem. These areas have witnessed repeated high-temperature spells over recent years.
Hans India
24-04-2025
- Climate
- Hans India
Hyderabad Swelters as Telangana Heatwave Peaks at 45.4°C
Telangana continued to face intense heatwave conditions on Thursday, with several districts in the northern region registering maximum temperatures above 45 degrees Celsius. The mercury soared relentlessly in many parts of the state, including the capital city, Hyderabad, where multiple localities experienced severe heat levels, according to data released by the Telangana State Development Planning Society (TSDPS). Among the worst-hit areas, Nizamabad reported the highest temperature of the day at 45.4 degrees Celsius, closely followed by Jagitial at 45.3 degrees Celsius. Adilabad and Nirmal both recorded 45.2 degrees Celsius, while Mancherial saw temperatures reach 45.1 degrees Celsius. Kumuram Bheem Asifabad was not far behind with 45 degrees Celsius, indicating widespread extreme conditions across north Telangana. Nalgonda too recorded a significant high of 44.9 degrees Celsius, while Kamareddy and Peddapalli registered 44.6 degrees Celsius and 44.5 degrees Celsius, respectively. Karimnagar reported 44.4 degrees Celsius and Rajanna Sircilla logged 43.9 degrees Celsius. Hyderabad, although relatively cooler compared to the northern districts, also faced punishing heat, particularly in core urban areas. The maximum temperature in various city localities hovered around the 42 degrees Celsius mark. IS Sadan stood out as the hottest spot within the capital with a temperature of 42 degrees Celsius. Other areas such as Habsiguda, Musheerabad, Shaikpet, Lingampally, Madhapur, Balanagar, and Jeedimetla all registered 41.9 degrees Celsius. Nacharam reported 41.8 degrees Celsius, while Ziaguda and Mettuguda recorded 41.7 degrees Celsius and 41.5 degrees Celsius respectively. Khairtabad and Tirumalagiri both reported 41.2 degrees Celsius, highlighting the widespread nature of the heatwave within city limits. According to the seven-day forecast issued by the India Meteorological Department's Hyderabad Centre, the state capital is expected to witness no major relief from the sweltering conditions in the immediate future. While Thursday's maximum temperature was pegged at 39 degrees Celsius with a minimum of 28 degrees Celsius and hazy, partly cloudy skies, an upward trend in temperature is anticipated over the next few days. On Friday, the maximum is forecasted to touch 40 degrees Celsius, climbing further to 41 degrees Celsius by Saturday. A marginal dip is expected on Sunday, with the temperature projected at 38 degrees Celsius. However, it is likely to rise again at the start of next week. Cloudy conditions with the possibility of isolated rainfall, thunderstorms, or dust storms have been forecast between April 26 and April 30.
The Hindu
22-04-2025
- Climate
- The Hindu
Telangana's heat divide: Why some districts are facing extreme temperatures than others?
In 2024, Telangana witnessed a stark contrast in how different regions experienced the summer heat. Nalgonda district endured a staggering 81 heatwave days — the highest in the State . Close behind was Suryapet with 54 days. In contrast, districts like Hyderabad, Hanamkonda, Medak, Adilabad and Rajanna Sircilla recorded no heatwave days at all, according to the Telangana Heatwave Action Plan 2025. The HAP using districts as administrative units is said to be the first of its kind. This uneven distribution, as per the report, is closely tied to topographical and climatic differences. Data from the last decade (2014-2024) shows that eastern and northern districts such as Mancherial, Jagtial and Peddapalli consistently record more than 10 heatwave days annually, while the western-central parts including Hyderabad, Medchal Malkajgiri and Rangareddy districts are at a higher elevation, and higher places generally stay a bit cooler, so they have fewer heatwave days. The report said that in India, heat wave conditions are considered if the maximum temperature of a station reaches at least 40°C or more for plains, 37°C or more for coastal areas and at least 30°C or more for hilly regions, as per the HAP report. To track and respond to these risks, the Telangana State Development Planning Society (TGDPS) uses data from 1089 automated weather stations across the State to issue district-level forecasts and advisories. The State's vulnerability map, created based on a decade of data, categorises mandals into five tiers — Severe, Critical, Semi-Critical, Vigilant and Safe. Six mandals fall under the 'Severe' category while 106 are marked as 'Critical' and 189 as 'Semi-Critical. Over 16.181 million people are in severe, critical and semi critical zones in the State. The plan's classification uses metrics such as the number of heatwave days and temperature anomalies over the past ten years. The Telangana State Heatwave Action Plan was initially prepared in 2016 following High Court orders and guidelines from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). The plan was revised annually, with updates in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2024, incorporating regular inputs from NDMA and scientific institutions. For 2025, Telangana's Revenue (Disaster Management) department has initiated the revision of heatwave preparedness in collaboration with the district administration of 33 districts, line departments, IMD, TGDPS and UNICEF Hyderabad field office.
