Hyderabad, 23 July
IMD Hyderabad Forecasts Heavy Rains Today; Monsoon Break to Begin From Friday
The IMD Hyderabad Forecasts Heavy Rains across parts of Telangana on Thursday, July 23, while indicating that the ongoing wet spell is likely to give way to a brief monsoon break from Friday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has also issued a yellow alert for Thursday, urging residents to remain cautious in areas that may experience heavy rainfall.
According to the latest weather bulletin, the IMD Hyderabad Forecasts Heavy Rains only for Thursday, with no significant rainfall expected across the state over the following six days. The forecast suggests that monsoon activity will weaken temporarily before rain chances improve again towards the end of the month.
Yellow Alert Issued for Thursday
As the IMD Hyderabad Forecasts Heavy Rains, the weather department has placed parts of Telangana under a yellow alert for July 23. A yellow alert generally advises people to stay updated on weather conditions, as heavy rainfall at isolated places may lead to waterlogging, reduced visibility, and traffic disruptions.
Residents, particularly those in low-lying areas, have been advised to exercise caution while travelling and to follow updates issued by local authorities and the weather department throughout the day.
Monsoon Break Likely From Friday
The weather department’s latest forecast indicates that the current spell of monsoon showers is expected to weaken after Thursday. As the IMD Hyderabad Forecasts Heavy Rains only for today, no rain forecast has been issued for the next six days across Telangana.
Weather enthusiast T. Balaji, who is known for his weather updates on social media, also pointed to a temporary break in monsoon activity.
In a post on X, he wrote:
“The six-day decent monsoon rain spell comes to an end in Telangana. From today, for the next three days, monsoon break conditions are expected, though evening passing rains are likely in Telangana.”
He further added that rainfall activity is expected to increase again after July 25, indicating that the break may be temporary.
Temperatures Remain Below Normal
Even as the IMD Hyderabad Forecasts Heavy Rains, temperatures across Telangana have remained significantly lower due to the recent spell of widespread rainfall.
According to weather data, Nagarkurnool district recorded the state’s lowest maximum temperature at 24.5 degrees Celsius on Wednesday.
In Hyderabad, the maximum temperature dropped to 26.3 degrees Celsius, with Ameerpet recording one of the coolest daytime temperatures in the city. The cooler weather has provided relief from the summer-like heat experienced earlier this month.
No Rain Alert for Hyderabad After Today
The India Meteorological Department has not issued any rain alert for Hyderabad after Thursday. According to the latest city forecast, there is no warning for rainfall or thunderstorms over the next four days.
Instead, Hyderabad is expected to experience a partly cloudy sky until July 26, with generally dry weather prevailing during the period.
As the IMD Hyderabad Forecasts Heavy Rains only for Thursday, residents should make the most of the cooler conditions before the expected dry spell sets in. While isolated evening showers cannot be ruled out entirely, widespread rainfall is not expected in Hyderabad during the next few days.
Rainfall May Pick Up Again Later
Although a temporary lull in monsoon activity is likely, weather experts believe the break will not last long. Forecasts suggest that rainfall activity across Telangana could increase again after July 25, depending on the movement of monsoon systems over central and southern India.
The IMD continues to monitor changing weather patterns and is expected to issue fresh updates if conditions change.
For now, the IMD Hyderabad Forecasts Heavy Rains for Thursday, followed by a short monsoon break with dry weather and partly cloudy skies expected across Hyderabad and much of Telangana over the coming days.