Bengaluru is experiencing a dramatic weather shift as a hailstorm struck on April 29, 2026. The city recorded temperatures between 34°C and 36°C earlier in the day. A yellow alert was issued in Karnataka for rain, lightning, and gusty winds.
A sudden hailstorm swept across parts of Bengaluru, transforming sections of the city into icy landscapes. Thunderstorms are expected later today. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts minimum temperatures to drop to 22°C overnight.
Rain probability is set to rise over 50% between 7 PM and 9 PM. Recently, temperatures in Bengaluru reached as high as 36.8°C at Kempegowda International Airport. Observers note that this hailstorm marks the beginning of a shift in weather patterns as pre-monsoon activity picks up.
