Bengaluru Records Hottest July Day in 112 Years as Weak Monsoon Pushes Temperatures Higher

Bengaluru has recorded its hottest July day in more than a century, highlighting the impact of weak monsoon conditions across Karnataka. The city registered a maximum temperature of 33.6 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, surpassing a record that had remained untouched for 112 years.

According to weather officials, the previous highest July temperature in Bengaluru was 33.3 degrees Celsius, recorded in 1914 and again in 1926. The latest reading of 33.6 degrees Celsius has now become the highest July temperature ever observed in the city during the past 112 years.

The unusual rise in temperatures has not been limited to Bengaluru. Many districts across Karnataka have also reported daytime temperatures that are three to four degrees Celsius above the seasonal average. Meteorologists attribute the trend to the weakening of the southwest monsoon, which has significantly reduced rainfall across several parts of the state.

Under normal conditions, Bengaluru records an average maximum temperature of around 28.3 degrees Celsius during July. This year, however, the city has experienced temperatures exceeding the seasonal average by more than five degrees, making the weather feel unusually warm for a month that is generally known for frequent rainfall and pleasant conditions.

Weather experts say the lack of widespread rain has allowed heat to build up across the region. Reduced cloud cover and prolonged dry spells have contributed to rising daytime temperatures, while several districts in north interior Karnataka are expected to continue experiencing dry weather over the next few days.

The India Meteorological Department has also warned that temperatures across Karnataka could increase by another three to five degrees Celsius between July 15 and July 19. The forecast suggests that the current warm spell may continue before weather conditions begin to improve.

Meanwhile, coastal districts are likely to experience hot and humid conditions over the next two days. In view of the expected rise in heat and humidity, the weather department has issued a yellow alert for these areas, advising residents to remain cautious as uncomfortable weather conditions are expected to persist.

The latest temperature record has raised concerns over changing weather patterns during the monsoon season. With rainfall remaining below normal in many regions, experts will continue to monitor conditions closely as Karnataka waits for stronger monsoon activity to bring relief from the rising temperatures.