The excessive thunderstorm events that have occurred this month in Tamil Nadu are not likely to recede as yet another rainy day awaits many regions of the state. Heavy thundershowers are also likely to occur in the adjoining regions of south interior Karnataka while Kerala continues to watch in rancour.
A few regions in Rayalaseema are also likely to witness spotty rains. Elsewhere, heavy rains are likely to continue in the states of West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand, under the influence of a lower tropospheric cyclonic circulation embedded in the monsoon trough.
City Outlook:
Chennai – Peevish afternoon likely with fairly high temperatures touching 35-36 C along with high humidity. Rains likely in the afternoon.
Trichy – Hot day likely with the maximum hitting 35-36 C. Showers possible in the evening,
Madurai – Moderate heat ahead with the mercury hitting 34 C. Rains possible in district.
Coimbatore – Fairly cool weather with the thermometer capping at 31-32 C. Drizzles probable.
Vellore – Warm afternoon followed by a wet evening with the temperature peaking at 34-35 C. Odds of showers seem high.
