The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported light, trace rainfall in several parts of Bengaluru on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Despite the brief showers, the city also witnessed an increase in its minimum temperature, marking a notable weather pattern for the day.
IMD Records Light Showers Across Key Locations
According to the official data released by the weather bureau, trace rainfall was recorded at its Bengaluru city observatory. The precipitation was not confined to the city center alone. Similar light showers were also noted at the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) airport observatory and the Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) observatory.
The term 'trace rainfall' is used by meteorologists to indicate a measurable amount of rain that is less than 0.1 millimeters. This kind of precipitation is often light and sporadic, providing little relief from dry conditions but enough to be recorded by sensitive instruments.
A Contrasting Trend: Rising Night Temperature
In a contrasting development accompanying the light rain, the IMD data highlighted a rise in the minimum temperature recorded in the city. While the exact degree of increase was not specified in the initial report, this trend is significant. Typically, cloud cover from rain can lead to warmer nights by trapping heat, which might explain this simultaneous occurrence of showers and higher minimum temperatures.
This weather activity comes at a time when Bengaluru transitions through its winter season. Residents often experience cool mornings and pleasant days during this period, making any shift in temperature patterns immediately noticeable.
What This Means for Bengaluru Residents
The combination of trace rainfall and a warmer night presents a mixed bag for the city's inhabitants. On one hand, the light showers may have brought down daytime temperatures slightly and settled dust. On the other hand, the elevated minimum temperature could mean less chilly nights than usual for this time of the year.
For commuters and aviation operations, the trace rain at HAL and KIA airports likely had a minimal impact, causing no major disruptions to flight schedules. However, such data is crucial for the IMD's ongoing monitoring of micro-climates within the larger Bengaluru urban zone.
Weather experts often analyze these patterns to understand broader climatic shifts. The IMD continues to advise citizens to stay updated with its latest forecasts for any significant changes in weather conditions in the coming days.
