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New Indian Express
17-05-2025
- Climate
- New Indian Express
Summer takes a back seat in Tamil Nadu: Widespread rain likely till May 20
CHENNAI: The summer heat has eased a little across Tamil Nadu with widespread rains forecast to continue till May 20, bringing a much-needed respite from humid conditions. The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has attributed the change in weather to an upper air circulation, which is likely to bring heavy rainfall to north districts and parts of the delta region. Heavy rainfall is likely in Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Salem, Namakkal, Tirupattur, Vellore, Ranipet, Tiruvallur, and Tiruvannamalai on Saturday. On Sunday, rain is expected to shift to districts including Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Pudukkottai, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Tiruchy, Salem, and Kallakurichi. The spell is likely to persist till May 20. Weather conditions are also being influenced by the early advancement of the southwest monsoon, which is expected to trigger systems over both the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal - cutting short the summer spell. Chennai, which often sizzles past the 40°C mark in May, has not recorded a single 40°C day so far this year. If the current weather holds, the city might entirely skip breaching the 40°C threshold this summer. Weather blogger Pradeep John described this year as 'one of the most unique' for Tamil Nadu. 'There's been no heatwave so far, and Chennai is unlikely to cross 40°C-similar to 2022, 2018, and 2004,' he said. By the weekend, the upper air circulation is expected to move closer, with easterly winds falling over the north Tamil Nadu and Kancheepuram, Tiruvallur, Chennai, and Chengalpattu region, bringing good rainfall. Meanwhile, the RMC in a post on 'X' said the data till May 15 did not indicate cooler days over Chennai this season. While the mercury did not touch 40°C, temperatures hovered slightly above normal for a few days earlier this month, coupled with high humidity, making conditions uncomfortable during the first half of May. However, the RMC has forecast below-normal maximum temperatures for the coming week, thanks to persistent cloud cover and chances of light to moderate rainfall. On Friday, Erode recorded the highest temperature in the state at 40.2°C.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Seabreeze brings some relief to the city, not the suburbs
Chennai: High temperatures continue to scorch interior districts and suburbs during peak summer season, but the sea breeze is keeping the heat at bay in the core city areas. On Saturday, Meenambakkam observatory, which covers the suburbs, recorded a maximum temperature of 39.6°C — 2.5°C above normal. Nungambakkam observatory recorded 37.1°C. Though these temperatures are relatively lower in the city, the sea breeze led to a spike in humidity, rising to around 70%, causing discomfort. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai There could be some respite on Sunday, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light rain in some areas, although the maximum temperature is still expected to be between 38°C and 39°C. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her Outfit Caught Everyone's Eye The Stadium True Edition Undo On Saturday, Vellore recorded the highest temperature in TN at 41°C. Other districts such as Erode, Karur, Madurai, Trichy, and Salem reported temperatures between 38°C and 40°C. Experts said while sea breeze is helping regulate temperatures in the city, it takes time to reach interior regions — by which time the mercury tends to shoot up. "On Saturday, maximum temperatures are likely to be 2°C –3°C above normal over isolated pockets of Tamil Nadu. From May 5 to 7, day temperatures may be near normal," an IMD bulletin said. Weather bloggers said that while hot days are likely to continue in the interior districts, he city also has chances of light spells of rain in some areas."Temperatures are expected to gradually reduce due to rainfall in the state over the next week," blogger Pradeep John said in a post.
