Weather Update (October 16): Northeast Monsoon Brings Heavy Rainfall Across South India; Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh on High Alert

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a significant weather update as the Northeast Monsoon officially commences over Southeast Peninsular India. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is predicted across multiple regions, signaling a shift in the weather pattern. 

Current Weather Systems

1. Low Pressure Over Bay of Bengal: A well-marked low-pressure area persists over the central part of the south Bay of Bengal and is expected to intensify into a depression within the next 24 hours. It will likely move towards North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and South Andhra Pradesh.

2. Depression Near Oman Coast: The depression over the Arabian Sea, near Oman, is expected to weaken into a low-pressure area.

3. Cyclonic Circulation: A cyclonic circulation is present over the West Central Bay of Bengal near Andhra Pradesh.

Rainfall Forecast & Warnings

Outlook for the Week

• South Peninsular India: Fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall expected across Kerala, Mahe, Karnataka, Rayalaseema, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu during the week.

• West India: Scattered light to moderate rainfall will occur in Konkan & Goa. Dry weather will prevail over Saurashtra and Kutch from 17th to 21st October.

• Northwest, Central, Northeast & East India: No significant rainfall is expected in these regions during the week.

Residents of the affected regions are advised to stay updated with the latest weather forecasts and take necessary precautions to ensure safety.