The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rain, thunderstorms and lightning in several parts of India on Monday, October 26, as a weather system over the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into a cyclone. Andhra Pradesh and Odisha face the threat of heavy rainfall and strong winds as the system moves towards the eastern coast.
Several southern states may also experience intense showers, while rainfall is expected in parts of eastern India over the coming days. Delhi is likely to remain partly cloudy, whereas Bengaluru and nearby areas may receive rain. According to the forecast, the weather system could reach the Andhra Pradesh coast around October 28.
Cyclone Threat: Andhra Pradesh and Odisha on Alert
The depression over the Bay of Bengal is expected to develop into a cyclonic storm on October 26 and intensify into a severe cyclonic storm on October 27. It could strengthen further into a very severe cyclonic storm before making landfall.
The system is forecast to cross the coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam by the forenoon of October 28. Wind speeds could reach 115–125 kmph, with gusts of up to 140 kmph.
Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam may experience heavy to very heavy rainfall on October 27 and 28, with extremely heavy showers possible in isolated locations. The IMD has also advised fishermen to avoid venturing into the sea until October 29.
Odisha is expected to face heavy rainfall and strong winds, particularly across its southern and coastal districts. A red warning has been issued for October 28 in Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Koraput and Malkangiri. Some locations in these districts could receive more than 20 cm of rain within 24 hours.
Tamil Nadu and Kerala Rain Forecast
Several districts in Kerala, referred to as Keralam in the supplied forecast, are likely to receive heavy to extremely heavy rainfall on Monday. Idukki and Palakkad have been placed under a red alert in the forecast, while other districts have been assigned orange and yellow alerts.
In Tamil Nadu, isolated areas of Sivaganga, Ramanathapuram and Pudukkottai are likely to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall on October 26.
Rainfall activity across Tamil Nadu is expected to ease over the following days, although some areas may continue to experience light to moderate showers.
Weather Update for Delhi, Kolkata and Bengaluru
Delhi is expected to experience partly cloudy skies, with the developing cyclone likely to have a greater impact on southern and eastern parts of the country.
West Bengal could receive heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated locations on October 27 and 28. Rain is also possible in Jharkhand, Bihar and Chhattisgarh as the weather system approaches the eastern coast.
In Karnataka, Bengaluru, Mysuru, Kodagu and Chamarajanagar may experience rainfall through Tuesday. Isolated showers could continue in some areas later in the week.
IMD Advisory: What Should Residents Do?
Residents in areas under heavy rainfall and cyclone warnings should monitor official weather updates and follow instructions issued by local authorities. Fishermen should comply with the advisory to remain away from the sea until October 29.
People in vulnerable coastal and low-lying areas should remain alert to changing weather conditions, particularly as the system approaches the coast.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the weather forecast details provided and is intended for general informational purposes. Cyclone intensity, landfall location, rainfall predictions and warning levels may change as the weather system develops. Readers should consult the latest bulletins issued by the India Meteorological Department and follow instructions from local authorities for current warnings and safety guidance.