Chennai Residents Brace For Week-Long Rains; Yellow Alert In Place For Today-See Forecast

Chennai: Residents of Chennai can expect rain today, accompanied by thunderstorms. The maximum temperature is likely to reach 34 degrees Celsius, while the minimum will hover around 26 degrees Celsius. A yellow alert has been issued for the city, warning of lightning and thunderstorms. These conditions are expected to persist throughout the day. The weather pattern could bring localised heavy downpours, so residents should stay cautious, especially in areas prone to waterlogging.

Chennai's Weekly Weather ForecastFrom October 10 to October 14, Chennai is expected to experience consistent thunderstorms and rain, with temperatures remaining fairly stable. The minimum temperature will be around 26 degrees Celsius, while the maximum will range from 34 degrees Celsius to 35 degrees Celsius. Thunderstorms with rain are predicted for October 10 through October 12, followed by rain on October 13 and 14, with temperatures slightly dipping to a minimum of 25 degrees Celsius.

According to Skymet Weather, rainfall is expected to intensify along the Tamil Nadu coast this week. While Chennai and its suburbs may experience light to moderate showers until mid-week, heavier rain is likely in certain southern areas. A weather system developing over the Arabian Sea will bring strong southerly winds across both the coastline and the interior regions of Tamil Nadu. This will increase weather activity, particularly along the coast and in Chennai. The scale and intensity of the rains are predicted to rise between October 12th and 14th, marking the first significant spell of post-monsoon heavy rains for Chennai.