Tamil Nadu is bracing for ongoing hot weather as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) cautions that interior districts could see temperatures 2–3 degrees Celsius above normal. In Chennai, temperatures are anticipated to reach 37–38 degrees Celsius, coupled with high humidity levels, creating discomfort for locals.
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has predicted light to moderate rainfall in parts of Western Ghats districts, southern coastal regions, and delta districts starting today and lasting for the next three days. Thunderstorms with gusty winds up to 40 kmph and lightning are also expected in isolated areas, offering brief relief from the heat.
These varying weather conditions are linked to atmospheric disturbances over peninsular India, impacting both heat accumulation and localized rainfall patterns. Earlier this week, Tamil Nadu experienced severe heatwave conditions, with 13 locations reporting unusually high temperatures.
Vellore recorded the highest maximum temperature at around 40.5 degrees Celsius, followed by Karur Paramathi, Erode, and Madurai Airport at approximately 40 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, Madurai city saw temperatures around 39.5 degrees Celsius, with other districts like Dharmapuri, Namakkal, Tiruchirappalli, and Palayamkottai also registering close to 39 degrees Celsius.
In regions such as Tirupattur, Salem, and parts of Tirunelveli, temperatures reached about 38.5 degrees Celsius, while Coimbatore recorded relatively lower levels at around 37.8 degrees Celsius. The widespread heatwave indicates a consistent increase in summer temperatures across Tamil Nadu, particularly affecting interior areas.
With temperatures expected to stay high, authorities advise residents to take precautions like staying hydrated, avoiding direct sun exposure during peak hours, and limiting outdoor activities, especially for vulnerable groups such as children and the elderly. The IMD is closely monitoring the evolving weather situation and urges the public and local administrations to stay vigilant against heat-related risks and potential thunderstorm activity in the upcoming days.
