Andhra Pradesh, Telangana Weather LATEST Update: Temperatures Likely to Touch 47°C in Several Districts

Andhra Pradesh, Telangana Weather LATEST Update: Andhra Pradesh is witnessing intense heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach up to 47°C in several districts over the next two days. Authorities have advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel

Severe Heatwave Conditions Across Andhra Pradesh

The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management and Meteorological Department has warned that the ongoing heatwave is becoming increasingly severe across the state. According to Visakhapatnam Meteorological Centre official Jagannath Kumar, the intense heat conditions are expected to continue for at least four more days.

Residents have been advised to avoid travelling between 11 AM and 4 PM unless absolutely necessary. On Thursday alone, temperatures above 43°C were recorded in 204 mandals spread across 18 districts.

Among the worst-affected regions were Palnadu with 23 mandals reporting extreme heat, followed by Krishna district with 21 mandals, Prakasam and Eluru with 20 each, Bapatla with 17, Nellore with 16, and Guntur and NTR districts with 15 mandals each experiencing severe conditions.

Temperatures May Touch 47°C in Several Districts

Officials said districts including Konaseema, East Godavari, West Godavari, Eluru, Krishna, NTR, Guntur, Bapatla, Palnadu, Markapuram, Prakasam and Nellore are likely to witness temperatures ranging between 45°C and 47°C on Friday.

Meanwhile, Kakinada, Nandyal and YSR Kadapa districts could record temperatures between 44°C and 45°C. Other districts such as Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, Alluri Sitarama Raju, Anakapalli, Kurnool, Anantapur, Sri Sathya Sai, Chittoor and Tirupati may see temperatures hovering between 40°C and 43°C.

For Saturday, temperatures between 44°C and 45°C are expected in Eluru, NTR, Guntur, Bapatla, Palnadu, Markapuram, Prakasam and Nellore districts. Several other regions are likely to remain above 42°C.

Authorities also warned that severe hot winds could affect 74 mandals today and 24 mandals over the next two days, while regular heatwave conditions may impact more than 270 mandals.

Telangana Continues to Reel Under Scorching Heat

Neighbouring Telangana is also experiencing extremely high temperatures, with several districts reporting severe heatwave conditions. Nirmal emerged as one of the hottest places in the state with temperatures touching 46.5°C. Hanamkonda recorded 46.4°C, while Jagityal and Adilabad registered 46.3°C and 46.2°C respectively.

The relentless rise in temperatures has raised concerns among health officials, who are urging residents to limit outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours and stay adequately hydrated.

Monsoon Activity Brings Hope for Relief

Amid the ongoing heatwave, weather experts have observed signs of strengthening monsoon activity over the Arabian Sea. Meteorologists said an upper-air cyclonic circulation has developed over the region, influencing weather conditions across Lakshadweep and parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka and Rayalaseema.

The circulation extends from approximately 3.1 km to 5.8 km above sea level, indicating favourable conditions for the advancement of the southwest monsoon. According to weather officials, the monsoon is likely to reach Kerala by May 26, which could gradually ease the intense summer heat currently affecting southern India.