Summary:
The daytime temperature has been higher than normal with the city recording an average heat index ranging from 40 to 45 degree Celsius in the past week. This year, according to officials, the state started experiencing high temperatures from the last week of January. The Indian Meteorology Department (IMD) has predicted a two- to three-degree rise in average normal temperature in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday. “The temperature has touched 37 degree Celsius in many parts of the state. Those experiencing burning, itching and pain in the affected areas should seek immediate medical help,” said Hari Krishnan..