Hyderabad: Temperatures across Telangana have risen one to two degrees Celsius above normal, and the Meteorological Department warned that the summer heat will intensify further in the coming weeks.
Officials said summer conditions began as early as the second week of February this year. While southern districts recorded normal or slightly lower temperatures, northern and central parts of the State reported above-normal readings.
The department cautioned that this summer is likely to be hotter than usual. Experts noted that last winter saw a sharp fall in temperatures between November and February. Consequently, they expect higher peak temperatures and more hot days this season.
Telangana summer temperatures to cross 40°C soon
According to officials, temperatures will remain near normal for the next three days. However, they are expected to rise gradually thereafter.
Light rains may occur in several places during the second and third weeks of March. Despite this, heat intensity will continue to build toward the end of the month.
The highest temperatures are likely in the combined districts of Adilabad, Nizamabad and Karimnagar. “The temperature increase will be rapid from the end of this month. Temperatures may cross 40 degrees Celsius in the first week of April. Maximum readings could reach between 44 and 46 degrees Celsius this season,” officials said.
Telangana summer temperatures to trigger heat waves
Officials said heat wave conditions are expected to have a stronger impact in Bhupalpalli, Nalgonda and Mahabubnagar districts. In addition, heat waves may persist for longer durations this summer.
The India Meteorological Department indicated that changing weather patterns could also cause spells of extreme cold during certain phases. Nevertheless, authorities advised people to prepare for prolonged heat conditions in the coming months.