- Upcoming Weather Forecast: Rainfall Across Tamil Nadu
Chennai is bracing for heavy rainfall on Sunday, with a broader forecast of light to moderate showers across Tamil Nadu in the coming days. - Detailed Outlook from the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC)
The RMC in Chennai provides a detailed forecast, predicting rain, thunderstorms, and lightning from January 4 to January 10. Certain districts, including Chennai, are expected to experience heavy rainfall. - District-wise Rainfall Predictions
Specific districts like Theni, Dindigul, and Nilgiris are likely to witness isolated heavy rainfall on Thursday and Friday. On January 6, heavy rain is anticipated in selected areas of various districts and Karaikal. - Ongoing Light Showers in Chennai and Neighboring Districts
Chennai and its neighboring districts have already started receiving light showers since Thursday morning, setting the stage for the forecasted heavier rainfall. - Intensifying Rainfall on January 7: Precautionary Measures
The weather department issues a warning for January 7, highlighting heavy rainfall predictions in certain districts and advising fishermen to avoid venturing into the sea during this period. - Squally Weather Warning for Coastal Regions
A specific warning is issued for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts on January 6 and January 7 due to squally weather, with wind speeds reaching 40-45 kmph, gusting up to 55 kmph. - Cautionary Note to Fishermen and Coastal Residents
In line with the squally weather warning, fishermen are strongly advised not to venture into the sea during the specified period to ensure their safety. - Immediate Weather Outlook: Thunderstorms in Selected Districts
The next three hours are expected to bring thunderstorms with moderate rain in isolated places in various districts, including Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Tiruvallur, Tiruvannamalai, Coimbatore, and Tiruppur. - Recorded Rainfall Data
Notable rainfall data is provided, highlighting areas with the highest recorded rainfall. Nungambakkam (Chennai) leads with 17.1 mm, followed by Meenambakkam (Chennai) with 3.8 mm and Coonoor (Nilgiris) with 2 mm. - Opinion of experts
Look at clouds movement during January! #MJO pic.twitter.com/KzAkHy8bPJ
— Chennai Weather-Raja Ramasamy (@chennaiweather) January 5, 2024
First rains of the year in Chennai today!
Between the 6th to 8th possibility of widespread rains is seen over Interiors, Coastal TN including Chennai due to rare Easterly winds and westerly trough interaction.
Rare January rains are possible in Kerala today and tomorrow due to… pic.twitter.com/VC002e3MHw
— Chennai Weatherman (@chennaisweather) January 4, 2024