Sunny skies over Hyderabad turn dark, sudden rain lashes parts of city on August 3 - The HinduUpdated - August 03, 2026 04:23 pm IST - HYDERABADHeavy rains lash Secunderabad catching commuters off guard on Monday (August 3, 2026) | Photo Credit: SIDDHANT THAKURA bright and sunny day in Hyderabad suddenly turned dark after the noon on Monday (August 3, 2026) as rain swept through several parts of the city, catching commuters off guard and slowing traffic on some stretches.Heavy rains lash Secunderabad catching commuters off guard on Monday (August 3, 2026) | Photo Credit: SIDDHANT THAKURThe sudden spell prompted several two-wheeler riders to take shelter under the Khairatabad Metro Station. The congregation of vehicles beneath the station resulted in slow-moving traffic on the stretch between Ayodhya Junction and VV Statue.Heavy rains lash Secunderabad catching commuters off guard on Monday (August 3, 2026) | Photo Credit: SIDDHANT THAKURAccording to data from Telangana Development Planning Society (TGDPS), as of 3 p.m., Khairatabad recorded a rainfall of 14.5 mm followed by 12.8 mm in Monda market, 11.8 mm in Bansilalpet, 7.5 mm in Chilkalguda, 6 mm in Amberpet, 5.8 mm in Uppal, 5 mm in Kukatpally and 4.8 mm in Srinagar Colony.Published - August 03, 2026 04:06 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }