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Dry Weather to Raise Andhra Pradesh Temperatures This Week

Andhra Pradesh may become hotter this week because there is not much rain.

Temperatures could rise by 2–3°C.

Some towns have already recorded temperatures above 37°C.

Weather scientists say these dry conditions may continue for about another week.

They also expect less rain and warmer temperatures than usual in September.

Less rain could make farming and drinking-water supplies more difficult.

Government officials are preparing plans to manage possible water shortages.

Water from the Godavari is expected to help supply north Andhra until the end of December.

Key facts

Expected temperature rise: 2–3°C this week
Recent high temperatures: Nellore, Bapatla, Ongole and Kavali recorded temperatures above 37°C, about 3°C above normal.
September rainfall outlook: Below normal across most parts of Andhra Pradesh.
September temperature outlook: Maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to remain above normal.
Potential impacts: Agriculture, drinking-water supplies and reservoir storage could be affected.
Water-supply measure: Godavari waters routed through the Polavaram Left Main Canal are expected to augment north Andhra supplies through December end.
Longer-term plan: Linking Kanithi balancing reservoir with Meghadrigedda Reservoir by March is intended to support drinking-water needs next summer.

deccanchronicle.com · 2 hrs ago