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Bengaluru braces for summer showers after intense heatwave: IMD weather predictions bring hope

TNN | Last updated on - Apr 6, 2024, 14:35 IST

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Sweltering Heat Grips Bengaluru

As Bengalureans endure intense heat day and night, IMD has predicted relief for Bengaluru with scattered rainfall post Ugadi. It predicts escalating showers to moderate rainfall.

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IMD Forecast for Bengaluru: Wild swings in predictions

Despite earlier predictions of below-normal rainfall for April in South Interior Karnataka districts, the latest forecast from IMD on Thursday indicates a likelihood of normal to above-normal summer rainfall in the region, including Bengaluru.

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Bengaluru Summer Showers Expected in April

Bengaluru to witness summer showers from second week of April.
IMD forecasts that Bengaluru and South Interior Karnataka districts will experience summer showers starting in the second week of April, with thunderstorms expected to persist until the end of the month.

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Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds

Rain accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds across the city. Rainfall is expected to commence on the festive occasion of Ugadi, beginning with scattered light showers in isolated areas. As the festive week progresses, the rainfall is anticipated to intensify, transitioning into moderate showers during the latter part of the week.

Also read: South India Heatwave

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Heat Wave Conditions Prevail In Bengaluru

Meteorologists at IMD have disclosed that heat conditions are expected to worsen over the next three days, with peak heat wave conditions anticipated to affect Bengaluru and surrounding districts.

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Temperature Soars in Bengaluru

Bengaluru records 37 degrees Celsius, above average for April.

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Relief Expected Post Ugadi

Light showers to start from Ugadi, progressing to moderate rainfall. Although rainfall may not be uniform throughout the city, certain areas are forecasted to experience significant precipitation slightly above the normal range, as indicated by another meteorologist.

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Scattered Rainfall Across Bengaluru

Rainfall to be scattered with some areas receiving above-normal rainfall. The most recent forecast from IMD on Thursday has indicated that there will be normal to above-normal summer rainfall across the region, including Bengaluru.

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Tips for beating the heat

The state authorities have advised residents to maintain hydration by drinking ample water regularly. They also recommend wearing light-colored, breathable cotton clothing, using sunglasses and either an umbrella or a hat for sun protection, and avoiding alcoholic beverages, as well as caffeinated and carbonated drinks, which can contribute to dehydration.

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