Bengaluru
India
Bengaluru is projected to face serious health challenges as it experiences a high risk of arbovirus transmission and elevated malaria risk. In response to these climate hazards, the city implements technology-enabled resilience solutions aimed at enhancing public health safety. Current initiatives include air quality measurement and filtration systems, which are vital in addressing the impacts of deteriorating environmental conditions. These measures not only aim to mitigate immediate health risks but also prepare the city for future climate-related health challenges. Bengaluru's commitment to utilizing technology for climate resilience underscores its proactive approach in facing the dual challenge of climate change and public health, fostering a sustainable environment for its residents. Through ongoing and proposed actions, the city seeks to enhance adaptive capacity while addressing critical health concerns linked to climate change.
Hazard Outlook
How will Bengaluru's projected climate hazards compare to other cities under a 3.0°C future warming scenario?
Longest Heatwave
Bengaluru may experience heatwaves lasting up to 7 days, among the highest of all other cities.
Maximum Temperature
Bengaluru's projected maximum temperature of 9.3°C is near the median of cities globally under a 3.0°C warming scenario.
Maximum Rainfall
Bengaluru's projected maximum rainfall of 8 mm is near the median of cities globally.
Heavy Rainfall Days
With 9 days of heavy rainfall expected, Bengaluru ranks lower than most cities for extreme precipitation events.
Elevation
At 938 m elevation, Bengaluru faces lower risk from coastal flooding and sea level rise.
Exposure Summary
Adaptation Priorities
Bengaluru faces high 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 Bengaluru.
Recommended Solutions
Proven solutions from similar cities that could help diversify Bengaluru's resilience portfolio
Air Quality Hotspot Forecasting and Early Warning System
67%Mumbai is implementing an air pollution hotspot-based forecasting system designed to provide ward and zonal-level air quality predictions across the metropolitan region.
Integrated Air Quality Monitoring and Forecasting Network
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InVEST Ecosystem Services Modeling for Climate Adaptation Planning
70%Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality staff received comprehensive training on the InVEST modeling program through SECAP workshops, which were conducted to build capacity in climate adaptation, mitigation, and monitoring.
Geospatial Mangrove Monitoring and Hydrodynamic Modeling System
67%Geospatial monitoring tools have been deployed to track spatial and temporal changes in mangrove ecosystems along Thane Creek, Mumbai, combining satellite imagery analysis with hydrodynamic modeling to understand coastal dynamics.
Downscaled Climate Modeling System with Multi-Scenario Projections
70%The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality developed a comprehensive climate modeling approach that integrated downscaled global climate models with thirty years of city-specific meteorological data from stations operated by the General Directorate of Meteorology (MGM).
Urban Greening and Heat Island Monitoring Dashboard
67%The city dashboard initiative enables municipal authorities to access and monitor information regarding urban greening and heat island effects at both city and ward levels.
Mumbai Automated Weather Station Network for Rainfall Monitoring
67%Decadal rainfall data from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's Automated Weather Stations reiterates the increasing frequency of very heavy and extremely heavy rainfall events in Mumbai.