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Navigating India’s Heatwave Crisis: A Data-Driven Exploration
70 year daily temperature study for Indian Cities
India is poised for another intense hot season. As temperatures rise, communities confront increasing hazards, including public health emergencies and economic disturbances. What factors are instigating this transition, and what will its impact be? In this blog, I have analyzed temperature, rainfall and heatwaves of a few Indian cities from 1952 to 2024 to present some insights into India’s emerging heatwave narrative.
Here is the dataset that I have used. Cities Analyzed:
- Ahmedabad
- Delhi
- Mumbai
- Chennai
- Hyderabad
- Bengaluru
Lets dive into the analytics.
1. Comprehending Heatwaves: More Than Just Temperature
Heat waves encompass more than merely elevated thermometer measurements. They are characterized by prolonged intervals (a minimum of three consecutive days) of temperatures markedly exceeding historical averages. Heat waves are significantly exacerbated by humidity, resulting in an elevated apparent temperature or heat index, which causes circumstances to feel considerably hotter than the actual…
