Rains to Persist in Tamil Nadu Until May 17 as RMC Monitors Bay Weather System
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast that wet weather conditions will continue across Tamil Nadu until May 17, 2026. A low-pressure area formed over the southwest Bay of Bengal is being closely monitored for its potential impact on the state. While the system is not currently favorable for widespread intense rainfall, heavy showers are predicted for isolated parts of ten districts, including Nilgiris, Tiruvarur, Pudukottai, and Ramanathapuram, specifically on May 15 and 16. Chennai is expected to experience relatively mild summer conditions with light rainfall and maximum temperatures hovering around 34-35 degrees Celsius, which is below normal. The persistent moisture has resulted in an 11% surplus in seasonal rainfall compared to the average recorded since March 1. Officials note that while summer low-pressure formations are not unusual, the movement of this specific system and upcoming changes in wind flow associated with the southwest monsoon onset will influence future weather patterns. Temperatures across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal are expected to remain near normal through the weekend as the heat temporarily abates.
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Rains to Persist in Tamil Nadu Until May 17 as RMC Monitors Bay Weather System
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast that wet weather conditions will continue across Tamil Nadu until May 17, 2026. A low-pressure area formed over the southwest Bay of Bengal is being closely monitored for its potential impact on the state. While the system is not currently favorable for widespread intense rainfall, heavy showers are predicted for isolated parts of ten districts, including Nilgiris, Tiruvarur, Pudukottai, and Ramanathapuram, specifically on May 15 and 16. Chennai is expected to experience relatively mild summer conditions with light rainfall and maximum temperatures hovering around 34-35 degrees Celsius, which is below normal. The persistent moisture has resulted in an 11% surplus in seasonal rainfall compared to the average recorded since March 1. Officials note that while summer low-pressure formations are not unusual, the movement of this specific system and upcoming changes in wind flow associated with the southwest monsoon onset will influence future weather patterns. Temperatures across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal are expected to remain near normal through the weekend as the heat temporarily abates.
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