Thrissur
India
Thrissur is projected to face significant climate challenges in the coming years, primarily characterized by an increase in heavy rainfall events and frequent heavy precipitation. These conditions are likely to lead to flooding and associated infrastructure damage. Additionally, the city will experience prolonged drought conditions, which can severely affect water supply and agricultural productivity. The interplay of these climate hazards poses heightened risks for public health, particularly with the anticipated rise in arbovirus transmission and elevated malaria risk. As such, Thrissur is entering a future marked by increased climate vulnerability, necessitating urgent attention to these evolving risks. This complex climate landscape underscores the importance of preparedness and resilience strategies to safeguard the city’s environment and its residents' well-being.
Hazard Outlook
How will Thrissur's projected climate hazards compare to other cities under a 3.0°C future warming scenario?
Maximum Rainfall
Thrissur's projected maximum rainfall of 17 mm is among the highest of all cities globally.
Heavy Rainfall Days
With 11 days of heavy rainfall expected, Thrissur ranks among the highest of all cities for extreme precipitation events.
Elevation
At 10 m elevation, Thrissur faces high risk from coastal flooding and sea level rise.
Longest Heatwave
Thrissur may experience heatwaves lasting up to 5 days, higher than most other cities.
Maximum Temperature
Thrissur's projected maximum temperature of 9.5°C is near the median of cities globally under a 3.0°C warming scenario.
Exposure Summary
Adaptation Priorities
Thrissur faces high exposure to max rain, heavy rain, elevation and elevated exposure to heatwave. These areas may warrant priority attention in adaptation planning.
Data source: Climate projections from the IPCC AR6 scenario analysis. See our methodology for details on how we process and interpret this data.
Deployed Solutions
Deployed climate adaptation technologies identified in Thrissur.
No solutions have been documented for Thrissur.
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