Heavy Rain Brings Respite From Scorching Heat In Bengaluru After 150 Days

The entire nation is reeling under intense heat waves currently. From north to south, the people are reluctant to face the brunt of scorching heat. Even drizzle at times gives much respite to the public. However, most cities in India have not received rainfall since the onset of summer. Recently, after five months, Bengaluru experienced a refreshing relief from the scorching heat as heavy rain drenched parts of the city on May 2. Reports suggest that the humidity levels soared to 47 per cent and this sudden downpour was a welcome relief.

Interestingly, the residents of Bengaluru quickly turned to X (formerly Twitter) to share the latest updates about the rain status. As per the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the prolonged heat wave gripping the city can be attributed to the impact of El Niño.

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Responding to the video shared by, a user wrote, “I left Bangalore three days ago and it’s raining now..what on earth. Arrrgghhh!!!”

Another X user posted a video with the caption, “Finally! The smell of the rain… How long! Finally raining in BENGALURU! Rain I’m not crying! The sky is.”

Another commented, “Just in time I see. Although it’s insanely humid here.”

IMD Warning About Severe Heat Wave:

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had warned of a severe heat wave, impacting Karnataka from April 3 to April 6, with coastal Karnataka enduring oppressive conditions from April 2 to April 6, and the southern regions feeling the heat from April 2 to April 4, the Indian Express reported.

The city experienced record-breaking temperatures, with some areas even surpassing 40 degrees Celsius. The heavy rain lashed the city on Thursday evening after 150 days. The relentless heat wave has sparked concerns as the city is known for its moderate climate. Moreover, the water crisis problem added to the woes.

Water Crisis In The City:

The Silicon Valley of India has been facing the problem of acute water scarcity for quite some time now. The residents there are encountering water shortages, forcing inhabitants to seek other ways to conserve water for daily use. From dependency on groundwater to unplanned urban growth and more, several factors have contributed to this alarming situation.