Hyderabad

Hyderabad braces for two days of rain, gusty winds up to 40 kmph

Cloudy skies over Hyderabad as light rain falls in Telangana due to Bay of Bengal low-pressure system

HYDERABAD: Hyderabad is likely to receive light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by gusty winds on August 23 and 24, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

The Meteorological Centre at Begumpet Airport said in its impact-based forecast issued at 13.00 IST on August 23 that the city would generally have a cloudy sky on both days.

Gusty winds of up to 40 kmph likely in parts of city

On August 23, rain or thundershowers with gusty winds of 30-40 kmph are very likely to occur in the city. The maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to be around 30°C and 22°C respectively.

Surface winds are likely to be westerly at 6-8 kmph.

On August 24, similar weather conditions are likely in parts of the city, with gusty winds of 30-40 kmph accompanying light to moderate rain or thundershowers.

The maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to remain around 30°C and 22°C. Surface winds are likely to be south-westerly at 6-8 kmph.

IMD warns of water pooling and slippery roads

The IMD forecast said water pooling could occur on roads and in low-lying areas. It also warned of wet and slippery roads.

The suggested response includes restricting movement in affected areas. The municipal corporation may issue necessary advisories to display warnings, according to the forecast.

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