Cold Wave Sweeps Telangana: Kohir Hits State’s Lowest at 7.7°C
Hyderabad woke up to another wave of biting cold on January 7, 2026, as temperatures dipped sharply across the city. Several areas recorded below 12°C in the early hours, with the University of Hyderabad and Moula Ali shivering at a season-low 9.6°C.
Rajendranagar and Alwal followed closely at 10.7°C, while Bollaram registered 11.0°C. The chill spread widely across the city — West Marredpally recorded 11.3°C, Quthbullapur 11.4°C, and Sivarampalle 11.8°C.
Even central and typically warmer localities weren’t spared, with Kishan Bagh at 12.2°C, Suleman Nagar at 12.5°C, and Tirumalagiri at 12.6°C. Historic hotspots like Shapur Nagar and Sardar Mahal near Charminar cooled to 13.0°C and 13.2°C respectively, marking one of the city’s coldest mornings this winter.
Cold Wave Sweeps Telangana: Kohir Hits State’s Lowest at 7.7°C
Kohir in Sangareddy district recorded Telangana’s coldest temperature at 7.7°C on January 7, 2026 morning, underscoring the grip of the ongoing cold spell. This marked the lowest reading across the state, extending the chill beyond Hyderabad to rural and semi-urban areas.
The widespread drop signals intensified winter conditions, prompting residents statewide to brace for more foggy mornings and low visibility.
Cold Wave Forecast: Temperatures to Plunge Further
Weather authorities predict temperatures will drop even lower across Telangana over the next three days. Residents should stay warm and take precautions amid the intensifying cold wave. Many have already adapted their routines, bundling up for protection against the chill.
