IMD Predicts Rainfall for Tamil Nadu in the Coming Week
Synopsis
The IMD forecasts moderate rainfall in Tamil Nadu due to a low-pressure system. Coastal areas may receive light rain while most of the state remains dry. Get the latest weather updates!
Key Takeaways
Moderate rainfall expected in Tamil Nadu due to a low-pressure system.
Southern coastal districts may receive light rain.
Most of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal will likely remain dry.
No specific warnings for fishermen; sea conditions are generally safe.
Temperatures to remain stable with slight increases in some areas.
Chennai, March 14 (NationPress) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that certain areas in Tamil Nadu may experience moderate rainfall over the upcoming week, attributed to a low-pressure system situated in the southern region.
The IMD has noted that this weather system is likely to primarily affect the southern coastal districts, while the majority of the state is expected to remain predominantly dry.
In a statement released on Saturday, the IMD indicated that light rain could occur in one or two locations within the coastal districts of southern Tamil Nadu. Conversely, the rest of Tamil Nadu, along with the Union Territories of Puducherry and Karaikal, is anticipated to see dry weather throughout the day.
Similar conditions are projected for Sunday, with the potential for light rain in isolated areas along the southern Tamil Nadu coast, while other regions of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal are likely to remain dry.
Weather officials have also mentioned that isolated areas in the Nilgiris and some districts in southern Tamil Nadu could receive light rain over the next two days. Aside from these locations, most parts of Tamil Nadu and the Union Territories of Puducherry and Karaikal are expected to experience dry weather.
Looking ahead to March 17, the IMD has forecasted the chance of light to moderate rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms at isolated sites across southern Tamil Nadu, the northern interior districts, the delta regions, and Karaikal. Meanwhile, other areas in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry are likely to continue experiencing dry conditions.
The department added that there may be no significant changes in maximum temperatures across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal in the coming days, although a slight increase in temperatures may occur in specific areas.
In Chennai and nearby regions, the sky is expected to remain partly cloudy on Saturday. The maximum temperature in the city is projected to range from 33 degrees Celsius to 34 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is likely to be between 24 degrees Celsius and 25 degrees Celsius.
The IMD also emphasized that no particular warnings have been issued for fishermen, suggesting that sea conditions along the Tamil Nadu coastline are expected to remain generally safe for fishing activities during this period.
Point of View
With potential rainfall in specific regions. While many areas will remain dry, the forecast serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of weather patterns and their impact on local communities.
NationPress
9 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Which parts of Tamil Nadu are expected to receive rain?
Moderate rainfall is predicted primarily in the southern coastal districts of Tamil Nadu due to a low-pressure system.
Will Chennai experience rainfall?
Chennai is expected to remain mostly dry, with only light rain possible in surrounding areas.
Are there any warnings for fishermen?
No specific warnings have been issued for fishermen, indicating safe sea conditions along the Tamil Nadu coast.
What temperatures can we expect in Chennai?
The maximum temperature in Chennai is likely to be between 33 to 34 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may range from 24 to 25 degrees Celsius.
How long will the dry weather last in Tamil Nadu?
Most parts of Tamil Nadu are expected to remain dry, with possible light rain only in isolated regions over the next week.
