Bengaluru faces typical late monsoon showers, cooler temperatures: Report

Bengaluru will experience steady monsoon showers with temperatures between 22°C and 27°C, along with high humidity.

Published on: Sep 26, 2024, 17:10:09 IST

By Yamini C S

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Bengaluru is set to experience a typical late monsoon conditions in the coming days, with steady rain showers and cooler temperatures. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted moderate rainfall for the rest of the week, with temperatures ranging between 22 degrees Celsius and 27 degrees Celsius, a report said. By evening, temperatures are expected to drop to around 22 degrees Celsius, offering some relief from the day's humidity.

Coastal and northern regions of Karnataka face yellow alerts for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning. (Raju Shinde/HT Photo)

The city will experience high humidity, averaging 76 per cent, which may cause discomfort for some residents. Those sensitive to muggy conditions are advised to stay in air-conditioned or well-ventilated spaces to avoid the sticky feeling. Winds will be gentle, blowing at a speed of 15 kilometres per hour (kmph), adding a light breeze to the rainy weather.

Agencies advised residents of the city not to forget to pack a raincoat or umbrella, as intermittent showers are expected to last throughout the day in several areas. Despite the rains, the Air Quality Index (AQI) remains at a healthy 23, indicating good air quality for Bengaluru, the report added.

Meanwhile, coastal regions of Karnataka have been issued “yellow” weather alerts, with the IMD predicting widespread moderate to heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. North Interior Karnataka (NIK) is also expected to see scattered heavy rainfall with similar storm activity.

Overall, Bengaluru will have a mix of cooler temperatures, rain, and high humidity as the monsoon season continues, while nearby coastal and interior regions brace for more intense weather.

This comes after reports that Bengaluru has seen a dry September so far, having received less than normal amount of rain during the period.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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