Hyderabad Weather: Heavy Downpour Leads To Flooding Of Roads, More Rains Predicted

A severe downpour on Monday hit Hyderabad, causing waterlogging and traffic congestion. The rains affected daily life and travel in the city, with residents expressing their frustration online over the city's infrastructure failing to cope with the rain.

Traffic Disruptions Due to Rain

Heavy rainfall has led to significant traffic disruptions in the Telangana's capital. The Hyderabad Traffic Police alerted commuters about slow-moving vehicles due to rain and peak hour congestion. Areas affected include Malakpet Metro Station, Racecourse Road, Yashoda Hospital, Nalgonda X Roads, and RUB towards Chaderghat rotary.

Social media users have highlighted specific areas severely impacted by water accumulation. One user noted that Yakhutpura Ganga Nagar experienced an "insane downpour," suggesting that if the rain had persisted for another 20 minutes, the area would have been completely submerged.

The yellow alert covers eleven districts in Telangana for three days. Residents are advised to stay informed about weather updates and plan their commutes accordingly as more rainfall is expected in the coming days.

#WATCH | Hyderabad witnesses light rain showers pic.twitter.com/r5i1BUDwcd

— ANI (@ANI) September 23, 2024

Weather Forecast

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert, predicting thunderstorms and rain until September 26.

#HYDTPinfo
Its #Raining.... Please #Drive carefully.#HyderabadRains #MonsoonSeason #rain pic.twitter.com/c6YMtkRQqj

— Hyderabad Traffic Police (@HYDTP) September 23, 2024

As per the weather agency, from September 24 to 26, Hyderabad will experience cloudy skies with occasional rain or thundershowers. Temperatures are expected to range from 23°C to 31°C on Tuesday. On Wednesday, the city will wake up to 30°C, with similar weather conditions persisting over the next two days. Light rain or drizzle is anticipated on Thursday, with temperatures between 22°C and 30°C.

The forecast extends into the following week, from September 27 to 29, with continued cloudy weather. Light rain or drizzle is expected on Friday, with temperatures fluctuating between 21°C and 31°C. By September 28 and 29, the sky will remain generally cloudy, with possible rain or thunderstorms and temperatures reaching up to 32°C.