Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Karnataka Braces for Heavy Rainfall with Orange Alerts
Karnataka is expecting heavy rainfall from July 29 to July 31, 2026.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, and Uttara Kannada, warning of very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds.
A Yellow Alert has been issued for 28 districts, including Bengaluru.
Residents in low-lying areas and fishermen are advised to stay alert due to rough sea conditions.
Northern Karnataka is expected to receive scattered light to moderate rainfall, while southern interior districts will see limited rain initially, with scattered showers expected from August 2 onwards.
The IMD has forecast widespread rain across Karnataka from July 29 to July 31, 2026.
An Orange Alert has been issued for Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, and Uttara Kannada.
A Yellow Alert covers 28 districts, including Bengaluru, with expected cloudy skies and rain.
Northern Karnataka is forecast to receive scattered light to moderate rainfall for the next 10 days.
Southern interior districts will have limited rain initially, with scattered showers expected from August 2.
- Who
- Residents, fishermen, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD)
- What
- Heavy rainfall and weather alerts issued for Karnataka
- When
- From July 29 to July 31, 2026
- Where
- Karnataka, including Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Uttara Kannada, Bengaluru, and other districts
- Why
- Due to weather systems over the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea
Residents and Fishermen
Government and Meteorological Department
Preparedness and Warnings
Residents and Fishermen
Residents and fishermen are advised to stay alert and take precautions due to the expected rough sea conditions and heavy rainfall.
Government and Meteorological Department
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued Orange and Yellow Alerts to warn the public about the impending weather conditions.
- Alert Level
- Orange Alert for Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, and Uttara Kannada; Yellow Alert for 28 districts including Bengaluru
- Expected Weather
- Very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds of 30-40 kmph
- Duration
- July 29 to July 31, 2026
- Affected Areas
- Northern Karnataka (Belagavi, Dharwad, Haveri, Koppal, Kalaburagi, Bidar, Yadgir) and Southern Interior Districts
- Advice to Public
- Residents in low-lying areas and fishermen advised to remain alert