Hyderabad | July 8, 2025
The Hyderabad Meteorological Department has issued a yellow and orange alert as heavy rains, gusty winds, and localized storms are expected to hit Telangana over the next two days. The warnings stem from a surface trough extending from Central Madhya Pradesh through North Chhattisgarh to South Jharkhand at 3–6 km altitude.
Strong Winds & Heavy Rains Forecast
- Speedy showers with wind gusts of 40–50 km/h will lash several northern districts.
- Storms moving at 30–40 km/h are expected statewide
Orange Alert Districts (July 8)
Adilabad, Komaram Bheem, Mancherial, Nirmal, and Nizamabad
Expect intense storms paired with heavy rainfall and strong winds
Yellow Alert Districts
Jagtial, Rajanna Sircilla, Karimnagar, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Medak, and Kamareddy
These areas should prepare for concentrated rain and thunderstorms
Broader Impact – Statewide Notice
Scattered heavy rains and strong winds (30–40 km/h) may affect:
Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Mahabubabad, Warangal, Hanamkonda, Jangaon, Siddipet, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Rangareddy, Hyderabad, Medchal-Malkajgiri, Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, and Wanaparthy
What’s Fueling the Weather?
- A surface trough spanning north–central India is drawing moisture-rich air over Telangana.
- A low-pressure area over West Bengal is contributing to unstable conditions.
These systems boost rainfall odds and wind strength through Friday
Stay Safe: Tips & Precautions
- Stay Indoors: Avoid venturing out during active storms.
- Secure Loose Items: Gusty winds may dislodge rooftop objects and outdoor furniture.
- Drive Carefully: Roads may become slippery—reduce speed and allow extra distance.
- Avoid Flood Zones: Stay clear of waterlogged areas and low-lying regions.
- Monitor Updates: Keep alert to weather advisories and district-level warnings.
Quick Takeaways
- Yellow alerts for 7 districts; orange alerts for 5 northern districts.
- Winds could gust up to 50 km/h; some storms could travel at 30–40 km/h.
- Alerts valid through July 8–9; activity may persist into Friday.
- Conditions are driven by an elevated trough and low-pressure system across eastern India.