Heatwave like situations to continue in Bengaluru: IMD

The weather forecast for Bengaluru offers little respite from the ongoing heatwave-like conditions, with the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting no significant change in weather on Monday. According to the IMD, the maximum and minimum temperatures in the city are expected to hover around 38 degrees Celsius and 23 degrees Celsius, respectively, for Monday.

Sunday saw Bengaluru experiencing its second-highest temperatures in history, with the maximum temperature reaching 38.5 degrees Celsius. The city had previously recorded such high temperatures back in April 2016, when the mercury soared to 39.2 degrees Celsius.

On April 28, Bengaluru saw a notable increase of 4.4 degrees Celsius above the normal temperature. The IMD’s weather forecast for Sunday indicated that the city’s weather was unlikely to change, with the maximum temperature remaining around 38 degrees Celsius.

The weather conditions in Karnataka also reflect dry weather prevailing over the state, with temperatures significantly above normal in various parts. Heatwave-like conditions are expected to persist in many cities across Karnataka, including Bidar, Gulbarga, Bijapur, Yadgir, Raichur, Bagalkot, Belagavi, Gadag, Haveri, Koppal, Ballari, Vijayanagara, Davanagere, Chitradurga, Tumkur, Kolar, and Chikkaballapura districts. Moreover, hot and humid weather is anticipated in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Uttar Kannada districts until April 2, 2024, with temperatures expected to rise by 2-3 degrees Celsius over the next 4-5 days.

April 28 marked Bengaluru’s second-hottest day in history, with temperatures soaring to 38.5 degrees Celsius. This temperature surpassed many previous records and ranks as the second-highest temperature recorded in the last five decades. With no relief in sight from the scorching heat, residents can expect temperatures to possibly reach 40 degrees Celsius in the coming days. Bengaluru had previously recorded its maximum temperature of 38 degrees Celsius on April 25, 2016.