The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate rainfall in Tamil Nadu for the next week, along with intermittent thunderstorms and gusty winds in various parts of the state, Puducherry, and Karaikal. A low-pressure trough extending from Odisha to the Gulf of Mannar is influencing the weather, leading to light to moderate rainfall with thunder and lightning in some areas on Thursday and Friday. The Western Ghats and nearby districts may experience isolated light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms.
Other regions in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal are also likely to see light rainfall in isolated spots during this period. The IMD expects a reduction in rainfall activity by April 12, with southern Tamil Nadu and the Western Ghats receiving light rain in a few places. Most areas, including Puducherry and Karaikal, are anticipated to have dry weather conditions. Temperature patterns are expected to remain stable, with no significant change in maximum temperatures until April 11. However, a slight increase of 2–3 degrees Celsius in maximum temperatures is forecasted in some locations on April 12 and 13.
In Chennai, partly cloudy skies are expected on Thursday, with chances of moderate rain and thunderstorms in certain areas. The maximum temperature is forecasted to range between 37 and 38 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature may vary from 28 to 29 degrees Celsius. The IMD has issued a cautionary advisory for fishermen, warning of strong winds over the southern Andaman Sea with speeds reaching 40–50 kmph and occasional gusts up to 60 kmph. Fishermen are advised against venturing into these waters due to potentially hazardous conditions.
