Andhra Pradesh, Telangana weather update: IMD warns severe heatwave to continue till May 24

Relentless heatwave conditions continue to grip Andhra Pradesh, with temperatures nearing 48°C in several districts and authorities issuing fresh warnings over severe hot winds and rising health risks. Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema regions have been among the worst affected, while meteorologists say relief may still be days away despite the gradual advance of the southwest monsoon over the Arabian Sea.

Andhra Pradesh Swelters as Heatwave Tightens Grip Across State

Andhra Pradesh continues to endure severe heatwave conditions, with temperatures soaring across coastal districts and the Rayalaseema region as authorities warn that the intense weather is likely to persist until 24 May.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), several districts recorded dangerously high temperatures on Wednesday, with Piduguralla in Palnadu district emerging as the hottest location in the state at a blistering 47.6°C — the highest temperature recorded this season.

Other areas also experienced extreme heat. Kankipadu in Krishna district and Nandanamarella in Markapuram district both registered 46.1°C, while Tanuku recorded 46°C.

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State Disaster Management Authority officials have urged residents to remain indoors during peak afternoon hours and avoid unnecessary exposure to the sun as hot winds and oppressive conditions continue across large parts of the state.

Several Districts Braced for Temperatures Above 45°C

Meteorological officials have forecast temperatures between 45°C and 47°C in several districts, including Parvathipuram Manyam, Alluri Sitarama Raju, Polavaram, Anakapalli, Kakinada, Dr BR Ambedkar Konaseema, Krishna, NTR, Guntur, Bapatla, Palnadu and Prakasam.

Temperatures in Vizianagaram and Markapuram are expected to remain between 44°C and 45°C, while Srikakulam, Visakhapatnam, Nellore and districts in Rayalaseema are likely to experience temperatures ranging from 40°C to 43°C.

Authorities warned that severe heatwave conditions could affect 74 mandals on Thursday, with a further 232 mandals expected to experience heatwave conditions. By Friday, severe heatwave alerts are likely to remain in place for 24 mandals, while 270 mandals may continue to face extreme temperatures.

Telangana Also Records Extreme Temperatures

Neighbouring Telangana is also grappling with intense heat. Nirmal recorded 46.5°C, while Hanamkonda reached 46.4°C. Jagityal and Adilabad followed closely, recording 46.3°C and 46.2°C respectively.

Monsoon Progress Offers Hope of Relief

Amid the harsh conditions, meteorologists have reported increasing monsoon activity over the Arabian Sea. An upper-air cyclonic circulation has formed over the region, extending across Lakshadweep and parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka and Rayalaseema at an altitude between 3.1 km and 5.8 km above sea level.

Weather experts say the southwest monsoon is gradually strengthening and is expected to reach Kerala by 26 May, potentially bringing much-needed relief from the prolonged heatwave affecting southern India.

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