Hyderabad experiences unexpected cold spell; mercury dips to 13.4 degree C in Serilingampally

Hyderabad: Hyderabad, a city known for its typically warm and sultry climate, has been in the grip of an unexpected cold spell over the past three days.

Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) attributes this sudden change in weather to the influence of dry northerly winds sweeping through the State.

Chilly Nights in Serilingampally:

According to data collected by the Telangana State Development Planning Society until 8.30 a.m. on Wednesday, Serilingampally mandal emerged as the coldest pocket in the city. In the vicinity of the University of Hyderabad, the mercury plummeted to a shivering 13.4 degrees Celsius. Residents found themselves reaching for extra blankets and sweaters to ward off the uncharacteristic cold. Moulali wasn't far behind, recording a chilly 13.5 degrees Celsius, while the BHEL Factory area reported a comparatively warmer 14.2 degrees Celsius.

Enveloped in Morning Haze:

Early hours in the city were enveloped in a delicate haze, offering residents the ambiance of a serene winter morning. However, the tranquility of the dawn soon gave way to the familiar sultry and sweltering heat as the day progressed.

Cold Nights to Persist:

IMD says Hyderabad's residents will need to endure a few more chilly evenings, as the drop in minimum temperatures is expected to persist for the next five days. The forecast indicates that Thursday will leave haze and mist conditions lingering in the morning. Maximum and minimum temperatures will likely hover around 32 degrees Celsius and 18 degrees Celsius, respectively. The surface winds will predominantly blow from the Northlies and North-Easterlies, maintaining a brisk pace of 06-10 kmph.

Hyderabad's unusual cold nights amidst its warm climate present a unique weather phenomenon. Residents, accustomed to the city's balmy temperatures, are adapting to the need for extra layers to combat the unexpected chill.