Overview

Telangana is in the middle of a wet, stormy stretch to close out September. IMD bulletins issued from Sunday through Wednesday warn of heavy rainfall on multiple days, with thunderstorm activity and gusty winds possible across all 33 districts. The alerts began in the state’s southwest on Monday, moved through the central belt midweek, and expanded into the northern and eastern districts for Thursday. Hyderabad is expected to see cloudy skies, intermittent rain or thundershowers, and cooler daytime temperatures compared with early in the week.

Districts under heavy-rain alert

  • Monday, September 22 (10 districts):

  • Nirmal, Nizamabad, Rangareddy, Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Narayanpet, Jogulamba Gadwal

  • Wednesday, September 24 (6 districts):

  • Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Jogulamba Gadwal

  • Thursday, September 25 (12 districts):

  • Adilabad, Kumaram Bheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Nirmal, Nizamabad, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Mahabubabad, Warangal, Hanumakonda

Across all three days, the IMD also cautioned that thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds could occur at isolated locations throughout the state.

Hyderabad: Cloudy, breezy and wet

  • Monday (forecast issued Sep 21):
  • Conditions: Generally cloudy with light rain or thundershowers; breezy at times; mist or haze likely in the morning and night.

  • Temperatures: Around 33°C (max) and 22°C (min).

  • Wednesday (forecast issued Sep 23):

  • Conditions: Cloudy with moderate to heavy rain or thundershowers, particularly toward evening or night; mist or haze during early morning and night hours.

  • Temperatures: About 29°C (max) and 22°C (min).

  • Thursday (forecast issued Sep 24):

  • Conditions: Mostly cloudy; light to moderate rain or thundershowers with occasional gusty winds; mist or haze possible in morning and night.
  • Temperatures: Roughly 29°C (max) and 22°C (min).

How the pattern is evolving

  • Spatial shift in rainfall focus:
  • Early in the week (Sep 22), alerts targeted the southwest and adjoining central districts: Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Narayanpet, Jogulamba Gadwal, and neighboring Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Rangareddy.
  • By midweek (Sep 24), the focus narrowed to the southwest core, indicating continued activity in the Mahabubnagar–Gadwal–Nagarkurnool stretch and adjacent districts.

  • For Thursday (Sep 25), alerts broadened and shifted north and east, including Adilabad, Asifabad, Mancherial, Nirmal, Nizamabad, and extending to Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Mahabubabad, Warangal, and Hanumakonda.

  • Statewide thunderstorm signal:

  • For each day, the IMD highlighted the possibility of thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds in all districts, underscoring the potential for short-duration, intense downpours and weather variability even outside listed heavy-rain pockets.

  • Temperature trend in Hyderabad:

  • Daytime highs eased from around 33°C early in the week to near 29°C midweek, while minimums remained around 22°C. Cloud cover and rain-cooled conditions helped moderate afternoon heat.

Potential impacts to watch

  • Urban and transport:
  • Localized waterlogging and slowed drainage in low-lying neighborhoods.
  • Traffic delays during peak rain hours, especially with evening or nighttime thundershowers.

  • Short-term power interruptions or treefall risk in places experiencing gusty winds.

  • Rural and semi-urban:

  • Rapid rises in small streams and culverts during intense bursts.

  • Field access disruptions for harvesting and input applications where heavy showers occur.

  • Public safety:

  • Lightning risk during thunderstorms; caution advised in open areas and near tall isolated structures.
  • Slippery conditions on roads; reduced visibility in misty or hazy hours.

District-by-district, what stands out

  • Persistent southwest focus early in the week: Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy and Jogulamba Gadwal feature in alerts for both Monday and Wednesday, signaling sustained convective activity there.
  • Northern and eastern expansion by Thursday: Adilabad, Asifabad, Mancherial, and the Warangal–Hanumakonda belt come under the heavy-rain forecast, indicating a broader spread of rainfall chances late in the week.
  • Repeated inclusion of Nirmal and Nizamabad: These districts appear in Monday and Thursday advisories, pointing to recurring rain potential as the week progresses.

What’s next

  • Monitoring and updates:

  • The IMD issues daily district-level forecasts and nowcasts; conditions can change quickly with thunderstorms. Residents, commuters and farmers should check the latest advisories before travel or outdoor work.

  • Preparedness checks:

  • Urban local bodies and utilities typically stage pumps, crews and tree-trimming teams during active spells. Residents can clear small drains around homes and move vehicles away from flood-prone stretches where feasible.

  • Travel and events:

  • Allow extra time for evening commutes, when showers are more likely on some days. Outdoor events may need contingency plans for lightning and gusts.

With multiple alerts spanning four days and thunderstorm potential across the state, Telangana faces a dynamic weather window to end September. While most showers will be brief and localized, some districts could see heavy bursts. Staying aligned with IMD’s day-to-day guidance remains the best way to navigate shifting conditions.