Hyderabad is set to experience extreme heat today, with temperatures rising to 42°C and no chance of rain. While Hyderabad swelters, other areas in India, including Jammu and Kashmir, Chhattisgarh, and Andhra Pradesh, are under weather alerts due to impending thunderstorms.
Current weather conditions in Hyderabad:
- The maximum temperature is expected to reach 42°C.
- Wind speeds will be around 15 km/h.
- Humidity levels will be at approximately 19%.
- No precipitation is forecasted for the day.
Separately, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for regions like Jammu and Kashmir. This alert indicates that these areas may experience significant weather changes soon. In addition, scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall is likely over Punjab from May 3 to May 6.
On another front, Jaisalmer has recorded even higher temperatures, reaching a staggering 44.4°C. The IMD predicts a gradual fall in maximum temperatures across Northwest India by about 2-3°C, expected until May 5.
Moreover, a thundersquall with wind speeds between 50-60 km/h is anticipated over West Bengal and Sikkim on May 4 and 5. These forecasts indicate a significant shift in weather patterns across various states.
This extreme weather comes as the IPL 2026 season heats up, with matches scheduled at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. The Sunrisers Hyderabad are set to face off against the Kolkata Knight Riders amidst these challenging weather conditions.
