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‘Dosa batter still fermenting in the fridge’: Bengaluru heatwave sparks meme fest online

Unusual summer heat in Bengaluru triggers a flood of memes, with residents turning to humour to cope with rising temperatures.

By Subinita Basak

Mar 28, 2026 03:02 IST

Bengaluru residents are turning to humour as the city experiences an unusual spike in temperatures ahead of April. Social media platform X is flooded with witty and relatable posts, capturing how locals are reacting to the unexpected heat.

Known for its pleasant climate, Bengaluru has long enjoyed a reputation as a city with cooler weather compared to most Indian metros. However, that image appears to be shifting this season, as rising temperatures leave residents both surprised and amused.

Mixed online reactions

Not everyone is complaining. Some users highlighted the city’s famously unpredictable weather. One user wrote, “Beauty of Bengaluru lies during summer. You'll have heat wave during summer and boom... suddenly you'll get heavy rain and chills the entire city.”

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However, many others drew comparisons with cities known for extreme heat. One user remarked, “What is this Chennai kinda heat in Bengaluru,” while another said, “I wasn't aware of Bengaluru's Delhi heat game.”

Amid the reactions, humour took centre stage. One widely shared post summed up the situation in a relatable way: “Bengaluru summer has reached ‘dosa batter is continuing to ferment in the fridge’ level.”

Others tracked temperatures in real time. A user posted, “12:55 PM update: Are we going to record 35C in Bengaluru today? Let’s see!” Another added, “Today Bengaluru has seen its hottest day of the year at 36.2C!”

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Bracing for the season ahead

With April approaching, temperatures are expected to rise further. Bengaluru’s summers are known for their unpredictability, often swinging between intense heat and sudden heavy rainfall.

For now, residents appear to be coping the best way they know how: by laughing it off online. The surge of posts reflects a city aware of the changing weather, yet choosing humour over frustration.

Today’s weather in Bengaluru

According to NDTV, Bengaluru’s minimum temperature is around 20C, while the maximum could reach 35C. Daytime temperatures are expected to hover near 31C, feeling like 30C due to humidity and light winds of around 7 km/h.

Sunrise is at 6:17 AM and sunset at 6:29 PM. The coming days are likely to remain hot, with temperatures ranging between 33C and 35C from March 27 to 31.

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