The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather warnings for several parts of southern India, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall and isolated extremely heavy downpours in some areas. Thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds are also expected in multiple regions over the coming days.
Meanwhile, Odisha has intensified its preparations for a possible cyclonic storm developing over the Bay of Bengal. The weather system could affect coastal areas and bring heavy rainfall to parts of eastern India. In contrast, Delhi, Haryana, Chandigarh and Noida are expected to experience dry weather on Sunday, October 25.
Heavy Rain Alert for Tamil Nadu and Kerala
According to the IMD forecast, Kerala, Mahe, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal could experience heavy to very heavy rainfall, with isolated locations potentially receiving extremely heavy downpours.
In Tamil Nadu, the Nilgiris and several other districts are expected to receive heavy rain over the next three days. The districts under the forecast include Villupuram, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, Kallakurichi, Tiruvannamalai and Coimbatore.
The warning also covers Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Pudukkottai, Vellore, Ranipet, Tirupattur and Ariyalur. Heavy rainfall is also possible in Theni, Dindigul and Madurai.
Residents in the affected areas should monitor local weather updates and follow advisories issued by the authorities.
Bay of Bengal System May Develop into a Cyclonic Storm
The weather system over the Bay of Bengal could intensify into a cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal on October 26 and move towards the Andhra Pradesh coast by the morning of October 28, according to the forecast.
Odisha has begun preparations to address the possible impact of the developing system. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said on Saturday that the state government had reviewed the situation and assigned responsibilities to various departments. The administration has set a target of zero casualties.
North coastal Andhra Pradesh may receive heavy to very heavy rainfall on October 27, with isolated extremely heavy rainfall possible. On October 28, some locations could record more than 20 cm of rain within 24 hours.
Rain and Strong Winds Expected in Eastern and Central India
The developing weather system could also affect West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh.
In West Bengal, the effects may begin on October 27. Kolkata is likely to receive light to moderate rainfall, while coastal districts could experience squally winds. Isolated heavy rainfall is forecast in some districts between October 28 and October 30.
Parts of Bihar, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh may also experience heavy rain at isolated locations on October 28 and 29.
The IMD has additionally forecast isolated heavy rainfall in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep and south interior Karnataka.
Thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds reaching 40–50 kmph are expected in parts of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, east Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal.
Squally conditions, with wind speeds of 50–60 kmph and gusts reaching 70 kmph, are also likely over parts of the Bay of Bengal and along and off the Andaman Islands. Strong winds may affect the Karnataka and Kerala coasts and Lakshadweep.
Delhi Weather Forecast for October 25
Delhi is expected to remain dry on Sunday, October 25, according to the IMD. Haryana, Chandigarh and Noida are also forecast to experience dry conditions, despite overnight rainfall in some areas.
While these locations are expected to remain largely dry, weather conditions may vary elsewhere as the developing system affects southern, eastern and coastal parts of the country. Residents should follow official IMD bulletins for the latest forecasts and warnings.
Disclaimer
This article is intended for general informational purposes only and is based on the weather forecast details provided. Weather conditions, rainfall intensity and cyclone development may change as new observations become available. Readers should consult the India Meteorological Department and local authorities for the latest forecasts, warnings and safety instructions. This article should not be considered a substitute for official weather advisories.