New Delhi: The weather is changing rapidly in many parts of the country. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), there is a possibility of heavy rain in many states of South India on Friday, October 23. Thunderstorms and strong winds may also occur along with rain in parts of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. There are signs of changing weather in the hilly areas of North India also. There may be rain in Uttarakhand and snowfall in high-altitude areas. There is a possibility of rain in Delhi-NCR, Punjab and Haryana on 24 and 25 October.
Which states will see rain on 23 October?
According to the Meteorological Department, maximum activity is going to be in South India on 23 October. It may rain at many places in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Kerala, Mahe and Lakshadweep. There is an alert of heavy to very heavy rain in some areas of Kerala. Apart from this, there is a possibility of light to moderate rain with strong winds in Karnataka, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam and Rayalaseema. The reason for this rain in South India is said to be the seasonal system forming in the Bay of Bengal.
Heavy rains along with thunderstorms and strong winds may also occur in parts of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. There is a possibility of rain in Andaman and Nicobar Islands also. On the other hand, weather activities are expected to continue over western parts of Madhya Pradesh.
How will the weather be in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh?
The effect of change in weather has started becoming visible in the hilly states. The Meteorological Department has predicted rain at some places in Uttarakhand between October 23 and 26. At the same time, it may rain in Himachal Pradesh on 24 and 25 October. With the temperature falling in high altitude areas, there is also a possibility of snowfall.
The weather conditions in Kedarnath and surrounding high altitude areas are important for people traveling. In such a situation, devotees should see the latest advice from the local administration and meteorological department before travelling. Traffic can be affected due to sudden change in weather on hilly roads.
When will it rain in Delhi-NCR, Punjab and UP?
Caution should be exercised regarding the possibility of rain in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and surrounding areas on October 23, but in the available forecast of IMD, the possibility of rain for Delhi-NCR, Punjab and Haryana is more pronounced on October 24 and 25. Due to changing weather in Western North India, a drop in morning and evening temperatures may be felt.
The effect of weather in Uttar Pradesh may vary according to the district. Therefore, instead of claiming rain in the entire state, it is important to keep an eye on the local forecast.
Can rain come with strong winds?
A forecast of thunderstorms and strong winds has been issued in some areas of South India. Wind speed may reach 40 to 50 kmph at some places in Tamil Nadu, with gusts likely to reach 60 kmph. In view of the bad weather at sea, fishermen have been advised to follow the relevant warnings.
How will the weather be in the next few days?
Rainy spells may continue in South India in the coming days. Heavy to very heavy rain is forecast at some places in Kerala between October 23 and 27. Rain activities are likely to continue in Tamil Nadu also. In North India, there may be rain in parts of Delhi-NCR, Punjab and Haryana on 24 and 25 October.
