Thunderstorms to bloom over parts of TN

Conditions are becoming favourable for the advance of Southwest monsoon into South Andaman Sea & neighbourhood during next 2­-3 days. Meanwhile deep depression over southeast Arabian sea has  intensified into a Cyclonic Storm “Mekunu”. It is very likely to intensify further into a  Severe Cyclonic  Storm during next 24 hours.

Synoptic conditions are conducive for thunderstorm development for thunderstorm development in interiors along with some parts of coastal delta. Temperatures are expected to remain near normal over most parts of Tamil Nadu.

City outlook:

Chennai – Sunny and humid with high of 36 – 37 degrees.

Coimbatore – partly cloudy with high of 33 – 34 degrees. Chances of thundershowers in some parts of the city.

Madurai – Warm and sunny with high of 37 – 38 degrees. Thunderstorms possible around evening/night.

Trichy – sunny and hot with high 37 – 38 degrees. Isolated thunderstorms possible.

Vellore – Scorching day with a high of 39 – 40 degrees. Expect thunderstorms in the vicinity.