Chennai Weather Update: Rain Relief for Now, Heavy Downpour Expected Next Week

Chennai residents can enjoy a temporary reprieve from the heavy rains as monsoon activity shifts south. However, a low-pressure system brewing in the Bay of Bengal is expected to bring another round of heavy rainfall to the city and surrounding areas by November 12th. The IMD has issued alerts for various districts, with Chennai, Chengalpet, and Kancheepuram facing yellow alerts and Tiruvallur under an orange alert.

Heavy Rains Lash Mumbai, IMD Issues Alerts for Maharashtra

Mumbai experienced heavy rainfall on July 12th, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing yellow and orange alerts for various regions in Maharashtra. The IMD forecasts moderate to heavy rain in Mumbai and suburbs, with the possibility of very heavy rainfall in isolated areas. The alerts extend to the Konkan region and Madhya Maharashtra, with warnings of heavy precipitation and potential flight delays.

Cyclone Remal Triggers Rainfall in Kolkata, IMD Issues Alerts for Multiple States

Heavy rainfall has lashed parts of Kolkata following a ‘Remal’ alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for Odisha, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and West Bengal. A low-pressure area formed over the Bay of Bengal on May 22nd, which is expected to intensify into a depression by May 24th and further strengthen, reaching the northeast Bay of Bengal by May 25th evening. The IMD forecasts moderate showers in various districts of West Bengal and Odisha on Saturday, May 25th, while isolated areas may experience heavy rainfall. The weather office also predicts rough sea conditions over the Bay of Bengal from May 23rd onwards, with squally weather and strong winds. Fishermen have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea during this period.

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