Rain Likely Across Tamil Nadu Till July 28: IMD

The department said the Western Ghats districts are expected to receive moderate rainfall with gusty winds until July 28, while other parts of Tamil Nadu are likely to witness light to moderate rain during the same period.

The forecast indicates that rainfall activity will remain concentrated over the hilly districts along the Western Ghats, where moisture-laden winds are expected to sustain intermittent showers over the coming days.

Elsewhere in the state, scattered light to moderate rainfall is likely to provide some relief, although the intensity is expected to remain lower than in the hill regions.

For Chennai, the IMD has predicted partly cloudy skies throughout the day. Moderate rainfall is likely at a few places in the city during the evening or night hours, with weather conditions remaining favourable for brief spells of rain accompanied by occasional gusty winds.

Despite the expected rainfall, temperatures are projected to remain above normal in parts of the state. The weather department has forecast that the maximum temperature over the interior districts of Tamil Nadu is likely to remain up to 3 degrees Celsius above the seasonal average until July 26.

Residents in these areas have been advised to take necessary precautions against heat stress during the daytime, especially those engaged in outdoor activities. In contrast, maximum temperatures over the remaining parts of Tamil Nadu, as well as Puducherry, are expected to stay close to normal levels during the forecast period.

Meteorologists said the prevailing weather pattern reflects the combined influence of the weak low-pressure circulation and seasonal atmospheric conditions, which are expected to support intermittent rainfall across the state over the next several days.

The department has advised the public, particularly those in the Western Ghats districts, to stay updated with official weather advisories as changing conditions could lead to brief spells of heavy rain and gusty winds in isolated locations.