The Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai has issued a warning of temperatures in Tamil Nadu soaring up to 3 degrees Celsius above normal in the upcoming days, indicating a period of intense heat statewide. The India Meteorological Department mentioned that Tamil Nadu and Puducherry are likely to witness a gradual increase in daytime temperatures until March 7.
The weather department highlighted that the current atmospheric conditions are conducive to a progressive escalation in temperatures across most regions. Dry weather conditions are anticipated to persist in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry until March 9, with the absence of substantial rainfall exacerbating the heat, especially during afternoons.
As per the forecast, isolated light rainfall is expected in certain areas between March 7 and March 9, primarily in districts along the Western Ghats and coastal districts of southern Tamil Nadu. These showers are predicted to be brief and scattered, offering limited respite from the mounting heat.
Additionally, the IMD forecasted moderate mist during the early morning hours, up to approximately 5 a.m., in isolated areas of Western Ghats districts and coastal Tamil Nadu regions. Such mist conditions, typical during seasonal transitions, may marginally impact visibility in these regions during the early morning hours.
In Chennai and its outskirts, partly cloudy skies are anticipated in the following days. The weather department also mentioned the likelihood of moderate mist in select areas during early mornings, with no significant rainfall expected in the city during this period. Meteorologists have advised residents to take precautions as temperatures rise, especially during midday when heat levels are expected to peak.
With the onset of the summer season, the weather department assured continued monitoring of temperature trends and readiness to issue updated advisories if conditions deteriorate further.
