Thunderstorms, strong winds forecast in parts of TN as temperature rises
Chennai, June 15
The Regional Meteorological Centre has forecast moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds in several districts of Tamil Nadu on Monday, even as temperatures across the state have risen sharply after a brief spell of cooler weather.
According to the weather department, an upper-air cyclonic circulation extending from the west-central Bay of Bengal to south Tamil Nadu through the southwest Bay of Bengal persists at an altitude of about 3.1 km to 4.5 km above mean sea level. The prevailing atmospheric conditions are expected to trigger rainfall activity across parts of the state over the next few days.
On Monday, moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms and winds reaching up to 50 kmph is likely at isolated places in Tiruchirappalli, Perambalur, Ariyalur, Namakkal and Salem districts.
The weather department has also warned of heavy rainfall and strong winds at isolated locations in Namakkal, Salem, Tiruchirappalli, Perambalur, Ariyalur, Kallakurichi, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur and Mayiladuthurai districts on Tuesday. Residents in these areas have been advised to remain alert for any disruptions caused by thunderstorms and gusty winds.
Meanwhile, Ramanathapuram district is likely to witness a spell of intense weather from Tuesday onwards, with forecasts indicating heavy rain accompanied by strong winds and thunderstorms.
In Chennai, the sky is likely to remain partly cloudy on Monday. While there is no significant rainfall forecast for the city, daytime temperatures are likely to remain high, with the maximum temperature expected to touch around 39 degrees Celsius.
The forecast comes amid a sudden rise in temperatures across Tamil Nadu after a period of relatively mild weather.
Several parts of the state recorded above-normal temperatures on Sunday, with Nagapattinam emerging as the hottest location, registering around 40 degrees Celsius. Madurai recorded approximately 39.5 degrees Celsius, while Tiruchirappalli touched nearly 39 degrees Celsius.
The temperature at Madurai Airport was also close to 39 degrees Celsius. Other locations, including Chennai's Meenambakkam and Nungambakkam observatories, Cuddalore, Karur Paramathi and Thanjavur, experienced oppressive heat conditions. Similar hot weather prevailed in the Union Territory of Puducherry and neighbouring Karaikal.
Meteorologists said the combination of high temperatures and favourable atmospheric conditions could lead to the formation of thunderclouds over interior districts, resulting in scattered rainfall and localised heavy showers during the coming days.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Nagapattinam hitting 40°C is crazy for June. But you know what, this pattern is not new – every year we see this. The weather guys are good at predicting, but our local bodies need to be better at managing waterlogging and fallen trees when these thunderstorms hit. Salem and Namakkal residents, please stay safe.
I'm visiting Chennai from the US for work and this 39°C is something else! 🥵 Back home we complain about 30°C. The sea breeze helps a bit but wow. Locals tell me it's usually like this? Anyway, the thunderstorm forecast sounds interesting – we hardly get those where I'm from.
Good that the met department is giving early warnings. But I've lived in Trichy for 30 years and these predictions are often overblown. We get thunderclouds forming, some rumbling, and then nothing. Or sometimes it pours cats and dogs for 20 mins and stops. Just hope the wind doesn't damage the banana plantations around here.
I'm in Ramanathapuram district and this "intense weather" from Tuesday has me worried. We already had flooding issues last year. The local administration should start clearing drains and trimming trees NOW, not after the rain starts. Better preparedness would save a lot of trouble. Stay safe everyone! 🌧️
Nice to see a balanced forecast – not just "rain everywhere" but specific districts and timings. The upper-air cyclonic circulation explanation is proper science. Though I wish they'd also mention if this will affect the mango harvest in Krishn
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