Marek Kučera 
On 17 July 2025, Southeast India experienced another wave of intense heat, defying typical monsoon season patterns with unusually high temperatures exceeding 40°C. This extreme heat, combined with soaring humidity levels, pushed the heat index to dangerously high values, creating oppressive and potentially hazardous conditions across the region.
One of the most notable records was set in Narsapur, where the temperature soared to 39.6°C, marking the hottest July day in the town’s recorded history. Such temperatures are exceptionally rare during the monsoon, which usually brings cooler and wetter weather, highlighting the severity and unusual nature of this heatwave.
The combination of extreme heat and humidity exacerbates health risks such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke, particularly affecting vulnerable groups like the elderly and children. It also stresses water and energy resources, complicating efforts to maintain comfort and safety during the sweltering conditions.
This record heat in Southeast India underscores the growing impact of climate change on monsoon patterns and seasonal weather extremes, signaling a need for strengthened preparedness and adaptive measures to cope with increasingly unpredictable and intense heat events.
Illustration picture: https://telanganatoday.com/narsapur-forest-a-perfect-spot-to-unwind
