The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall across several parts of India on Saturday, October 24. Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry and Lakshadweep are among the regions expected to experience intense showers, while thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds may affect several other states.
The weather department has also warned of further heavy rainfall in parts of eastern and central India later in the week. Some areas could experience very heavy to extremely heavy showers between October 27 and 29.
Heavy Rain Alert for Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Southern States
Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal are likely to receive isolated very heavy rainfall from October 24 to 26. Thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 40–50 kmph, with gusts reaching 60 kmph, are also possible in these areas.
Kerala and Mahe are under a very heavy rainfall warning through October 25. Widespread rainfall is expected across Kerala, with isolated areas likely to experience intense showers on October 24 and 25.
Lakshadweep may receive very heavy rainfall on October 24, followed by heavy showers on October 25. Coastal Karnataka and South Interior Karnataka could also experience rainfall, with isolated heavy showers forecast in South Interior Karnataka on Saturday.
Scattered rain and gusty winds are possible in Andhra Pradesh on October 24. Coastal Andhra Pradesh faces the possibility of extremely heavy rainfall on October 27 and 28, while Telangana may receive rain towards the end of the month.
Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Eastern India Rain Forecast
The IMD has warned of intense rainfall in several eastern and central states during the coming days.
Odisha is likely to experience isolated extremely heavy rainfall on October 27 and 28, followed by the possibility of very heavy showers on October 29. Chhattisgarh may also receive very heavy rainfall from October 28 to 29.
Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal and Sikkim are expected to experience rain and thunderstorms later in the week. Some locations in these states may receive heavy rainfall.
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands could experience rain throughout the forecast period. Gusty winds and rough sea conditions are also possible in parts of the Bay of Bengal.
Delhi, Rajasthan, Punjab and Haryana Weather Update
Delhi, Haryana, Chandigarh, Punjab and Rajasthan may experience isolated thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 30–40 kmph on October 24.
Similar weather conditions are possible in parts of Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Goa and Karnataka. Residents should remain alert to local weather warnings, particularly during thunderstorms and periods of strong winds.
The IMD has also forecast squally weather over the east-central and adjoining southeast Bay of Bengal, as well as along and off the Andaman Islands. Wind speeds may reach 45–55 kmph, with gusts of up to 65 kmph.
IMD Advisory: Precautions During Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms
People living in areas covered by weather warnings should monitor the latest IMD bulletins and follow instructions issued by local authorities. During thunderstorms, residents should take precautions against lightning and strong winds and avoid unnecessary exposure to hazardous weather conditions.
Weather conditions and rainfall intensity may change, so checking updated forecasts before travelling is advisable.
Disclaimer
This article is intended for general informational purposes only and is based on the weather forecast details provided for October 24–29. Rainfall predictions, wind speeds and warning periods may change as weather systems develop. Readers should consult the latest official India Meteorological Department (IMD) bulletins and local authorities for updated forecasts, warnings and safety instructions.