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Although the city may experience scorching temperatures in the afternoon, clouds are expected to gather by evening, with the maximum temperature reaching around 36 degrees Celsius.

Thanks to the swift change in weather patterns, under its influence, the maximum daytime temperatures changed drastically in Hyderabad and districts in Telangana.

Since Friday, a total of 99 suspected sunstroke deaths were reported by different districts

Prior to the onset, light to moderate rains are anticipated across the state starting from June 1, offering some respite from the scorching summer heat.

Despite the forecast of thundershowers, maximum temperatures are expected to hover between 38 and 40 degrees C till the monthend.

With scattered and moderate rains ahead, the temperatures are expected to be around 35 degrees Celsius in the city for the next four days.

Farmers heading with their grains stocks to agriculture marketyards and at harvesting points bore the brunt of the untimely rains.

The India Meteorological Department – Hyderabad has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms and rains across the city for the next four days.

However, relief is on the horizon in the form of thunderstorm activity forecasted for the next two days.

The alert, spanning till Sunday, warns of a surge in average maximum temperatures, expected to range between 41 and 45 degrees Celsius.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Hyderabad has issued a yellow alert for April 29 and 30, indicating a heatwave warning, while an orange alert has been issued for May 1.

This forecast comes after Telangana experienced a second spell of heatwave on April 18 and 19, with isolated reports of hailstorms in certain areas on April 20 and 23. Additionally, Friday marked the hottest day of the season so far.

The weather department has advised the public to take precautions to avoid heat exposure during this period.

Over the next five days, Hyderabad is predicted to endure even hotter temperatures, with the average maximum temperature forecasted to settle at 42 degrees Celsius.

The department forecasts maximum temperatures ranging from 36 to 38 degrees Celsius for Mumbai, Raigad, and Thane, issuing a heatwave warning for these areas.

Maximum temperatures in certain parts of the State soared between 42 degree Celsius to 45 degrees Celsius during this period.

As for Tuesday, a yellow alert has been issued, indicating the possibility of thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds. 

We no longer have the luxury of putting off till tomorrow what we must do today

When the wet bulb temperature reaches its critical limit of 35 degree Celsius, the human body can no longer effectively cool itself, leading to heatstroke and even death.

The IMD advises that while the heat is tolerable for the general public, it poses a moderate health concern for vulnerable individuals.