Bengaluru will have generally cloudy weather with a few brief periods of light rain or drizzle on Thursday, August 20, according to the latest forecast from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The city's temperature is expected to be fairly mild, with the minimum around 21°C and maximum around 30°C.
As we get into the summer, the weather is expected to remain pleasant, and the temperature will be slightly warmer than the hot summer weather, but the humidity and showers might make outdoor travel more difficult. Rainfall may not be uniform throughout the city, with the city seeing brief showers and other parts of the city mostly cloudy.
Bengaluru weather today: Cloudy skies and light rain
According to IMD's Bengaluru city forecast, the weather on August 20 is expected to be generally cloudy with light rain or drizzle. The department has forecast a minimum temperature of 21°C and a maximum temperature of 30°C. No specific warning has been issued for Bengaluru for the day.
Residents may have persistent cloudy conditions during the day with a few showers in between the rain at times in the middle of the day and rain in the afternoon. The showers cannot be seen as continuous, so there could be dry periods between rainy spells and rain in the city.
The IMD urban weather service is also tracking conditions in Bengaluru for several locations in Bengaluru, which have varying temperatures and humidity levels from one place to the next.
Showers in the afternoon and evening are possible
Rainfall could be more noticeable in the afternoon or evening. Localised showers can develop fairly rapidly in the monsoon, so weather conditions can vary so much from neighbourhood to neighbourhood.
People going to the office, school, college or market should carry an umbrella or raincoat if they will be outside for a very long period of time.
Cloudy conditions and rain might keep daytime temperatures from going up dramatically. Maximum temperature would be around 30°C and minimum close to 21°C.
Bengaluru traffic may be affected
Rain during afternoon rush hour in peak commuting hours could slow traffic on some of Bengaluru’s busiest roads. Wet roads, decreased visibility and temporary water accumulation during heavy rain can slow vehicles. The Silk Board area, Outer Ring Road, Hosur Road and Bannerghatta Road are likely to get slower traffic during the day when there is rain.
Motorists are advised to drive slowly on wet roads and maintain sufficient distance from other vehicles. Two-wheeler riders should be particularly cautious because road surfaces can become slippery after rain.
What can Bengaluru residents expect today?
The overall weather pattern for Thursday is expected to be:
Sky: Generally cloudy
Minimum temperature: Around 21°C
Maximum temperature: Around 30°C
Rain: Light rain or drizzle likely
Weather: Mild and humid
Travel: A few delays on busy roads during showers
The IMD forecast shows no warning for Bengaluru on August 20. But weather can change quickly in monsoon season, particularly during the monsoon season.
More rain likely on Friday and Saturday
The cloudy and rainy pattern is expected to linger for a few more days. According to IMD's seven-day city forecast, Bengaluru could also see cloudy skies with light rain or drizzle on August 21 and 22. The temperatures are expected to be around 20°C to 29°C during those days.
So residents may continue to experience intermittent rain but not long-term rainfall. People planning weekend travel should keep up with current weather forecasts because the timing and intensity of showers can differ from place to place in the city.
Bengaluru monsoon update
The latest IMD information shows that weather activity is continuing across Karnataka, and the department also issued regional warnings for thunderstorms, lightning and strong surface winds in parts of the state on August 20. The Bengaluru city forecast, however, says nothing about the city.
For residents, the key takeaway is that Bengaluru will remain cloudy and relatively cool today, with light rain or drizzle possible. If showers come in during peak hours, commuters should allow extra travel time and monitor official weather and traffic updates before setting out.
