Will Tamil Nadu See Heavy Rain This Week?

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Key Takeaways
- Heavy rainfall expected across Tamil Nadu this week.
- Precautions advised for residents in flood-prone areas.
- IMD forecasts significant rain in multiple districts.
- Chennai may see light rain on Monday.
- Temperature trends may fluctuate due to increased rainfall.
Chennai, Sep 15 (NationPress) Tamil Nadu is expected to experience bouts of intense rainfall across numerous districts in the coming days, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast for various regions of the state throughout the week.
As per the IMD's recent bulletin, heavy rain is anticipated in isolated areas of Erode, Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Tirupattur, Salem, and Vellore districts on Tuesday (September 16). Other regions in the state may also see light to moderate showers as the monsoon activity gains momentum.
On Wednesday, the rain coverage is expected to widen, with significant showers predicted in Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Salem, Tirupattur, Vellore, Ranipet, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvannamalai, Kallakurichi, and Villupuram districts, including Puducherry.
The rainfall is projected to intensify further on Thursday, affecting Salem, Tiruvannamalai, Kallakurichi, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Ariyalur, Perambalur, and Mayiladuthurai districts.
By Friday, the IMD forecasts heavy rain in areas of Tiruvallur, Ranipet, Vellore, and Kancheepuram districts, indicating a wet conclusion to the week for northern Tamil Nadu.
Authorities have advised residents in low-lying and flood-prone regions to remain vigilant, as substantial rainfall may result in waterlogging and traffic disruptions.
Regarding Chennai, the IMD predicts light rain in some areas on Monday, with localized showers likely during the evening and night.
The city recorded maximum temperatures of 34.2 degrees Celsius at Nungambakkam and 34.9 degrees Celsius at Meenambakkam on Sunday afternoon.
Statewide, the maximum temperature may see a slight increase on Monday. In certain isolated areas, daytime temperatures might exceed normal levels by 2-3 degrees Celsius before gradually cooling due to increased cloud cover and rainfall activity.
Weather experts have indicated that the rainfall patterns align with the transition to the northeast monsoon season, which typically commences in October but is often preceded by widespread pre-monsoon showers in September.
The IMD has urged farmers and the public to implement precautionary measures and adjust agricultural and outdoor plans accordingly, as intermittent rainfall is anticipated to persist in many areas of Tamil Nadu throughout the week.