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Thunderstorms and Moderate Rain Forecast Across Tamil Nadu

Several parts of Tamil Nadu may get rain and thunderstorms on Wednesday.

Chennai could see rain in the evening or at night.

The rain is connected to weak air movement near the coast.

Some Western Ghats districts may receive moderate rain.

Other areas may get lighter showers.

Rain is also possible in Puducherry and Karaikal on Thursday and Friday.

Temperatures inland may become 2 to 4 degrees Celsius higher between September 2 and 5.

Fishermen have been told to stay away from some southern seas because strong winds are expected.

Key facts

Wednesday forecast: Moderate rain with thunderstorms is likely in Chennai and several Tamil Nadu districts.
Thursday forecast: Light to moderate rain with thunderstorms is expected in parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
Friday forecast: Moderate rain is forecast at isolated places in Western Ghats districts, with light showers elsewhere.
Temperature outlook: Interior Tamil Nadu temperatures may increase by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius between September 2 and 5.
Chennai temperatures: The maximum temperature is expected to be 35-36°C and the minimum 26-27°C.
Fishermen advisory: Fishermen should not venture into waters off the south Tamil Nadu coast, Gulf of Mannar and adjoining Comorin Sea on Wednesday and Thursday.
Wind forecast: Squally winds of 45-55 kmph, occasionally reaching 65 kmph, are expected in the advisory areas.

thehansindia.com · 8 hrs ago