Bengaluru basks in unseasonal chill as city gets cooler than Srinagar, Dehradun and Lonavala

Bengaluru is currently experiencing a rare spell of cool, breezy weather, reminiscent of its once-celebrated temperate climate. Over the past few days, maximum temperatures in the city have hovered around 26–27°C — noticeably below the typical June average of 31°C.

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On June 17, the city recorded a high of 27.1°C, while the preceding days saw even lower readings, with 26.1°C on June 15 and 26.6°C on June 16. In an unusual turn, Bengaluru was cooler than traditionally milder northern and western cities like Srinagar (30.5°C), Dehradun (28.8°C), and Lonavala (26°C) during the same period. However, temperatures in classic hill stations such as Shimla (21.6°C) and Darjeeling (20.2°C) remained lower.

Meteorological experts have pointed to persistent rainfall and heavy cloud cover as the primary causes behind this refreshing dip. The early and vigorous onset of the southwest monsoon has drenched the coastal belt and the Western Ghats, contributing to the cooler temperatures in the southern interior regions, including Bengaluru.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts that this unusually pleasant spell will continue for the next three days before the mercury starts to climb again. While southern India benefits from steady showers, much of the northern region remains parched, awaiting the monsoon's advance.

For now, Bengaluru residents are relishing this unexpected return to gentler, more nostalgic weather — a welcome reprieve from the usual June heat.