HYDERABAD: The State recorded its hottest day of the year so far with temperatures surpassing 46°C for the first time this season. As summer reaches its peak in the State, people are suffering from the scorching heat and experiencing sunstroke. Julurpad in Bhadradri-Kothagudem district recorded the highest temperature at 46.4°C, followed by Bayyaram in Mahabubabad and Khammam Urban at 45.4°C.
Suryapet and Nalgonda districts also witnessed temperatures above 45°C, while most other districts reached a maximum of 44°C. Kondapur village in Kaspit mandal of the erstwhile Adilabad district recorded a scorching 44°C while Naspur recorded 43.2°C. The summer, which was relatively mild since April, intensified in the past week, with several districts experiencing temperatures close to 45°C.
It is expected that temperatures may reach 48°C in the coming days as the Rohini Karte period begins on May 25, which is known for its peak summer conditions and a sharp rise in temperatures across the State.
Humidity sets in early in the morning, and by 10 am, people start experiencing intense heat. The sultry weather prevents people from going out in the afternoon, causing inconvenience. Even those commuting on two-wheelers feel the heat during their evening journey back home from offices.
Hyderabad is also facing severe humidity and high temperatures throughout the day, with mercury levels exceeding 41°C. Among all areas, Khairatabad recorded the highest temperature at 41.6°C, followed by Serilingampally (41.3°C) and Kukatpally (40.5°C) on Wednesday.
Sreevani Reddy, a resident of SR Nagar, expressed the difficulties of riding a two-wheeler in the hot sun amidst heavy traffic. “I feel dehydrated within a few minutes of stepping out. Despite using a scarf, helmet and sunglasses, I am not able to avoid the heat,” she said.