Archive · 22 Sep 2026
Tamil Nadu Forecast Warns of Thunderstorms, Rain and Strong Winds
Parts of Tamil Nadu may get rain and thunderstorms on Tuesday and Wednesday.
The southwest monsoon is bringing unsettled weather to the region.
Some places could also experience lightning and strong winds.
Winds may reach up to 50 kmph.
Chennai and nearby districts may receive rain on Wednesday.
Chennai could see thunderstorms and moderate rain in the evening or at night.
People should avoid trees and weak structures during storms.
Motorists and outdoor workers should follow official weather alerts and be careful.
Rain, thunderstorms and lightning are expected in parts of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday as the southwest monsoon remains active.
Winds could reach speeds of up to 50 kmph in Western Ghats and southern Tamil Nadu districts.
Rain and thunderstorms are also possible in Puducherry, Karaikal and other Tamil Nadu districts.
Unsettled weather is expected to continue on Wednesday, including in Chennai and nearby districts.
Authorities urged residents, motorists, fishermen and outdoor workers to follow weather updates and remain cautious.
- Who
- The Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai issued the forecast and safety advice for residents, motorists, fishermen and outdoor workers.
- What
- Rain, thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds are forecast across parts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal.
- When
- The weather is forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday, with some Chennai storms possible during the evening or night.
- Where
- The forecast covers Tamil Nadu, including Western Ghats districts, southern districts, Chennai and nearby districts, as well as Puducherry and Karaikal.
- Why
- The southwest monsoon has intensified and remains active over the region.
- Wind speed
- Strong surface winds may reach up to 50 kmph.
- Tuesday forecast
- Light to moderate rain with thunderstorms and lightning is likely in parts of the Western Ghats and southern Tamil Nadu.
- Wednesday forecast
- Isolated Western Ghats areas may receive moderate rain, thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds.
- Chennai outlook
- Parts of Chennai and its suburbs may receive moderate rain and thunderstorms in the evening or at night.
- Other areas
- Puducherry, Karaikal and remaining Tamil Nadu districts may receive light rain with thunderstorms and lightning.
- Safety advice
- People should avoid trees and weak structures during storms and follow official alerts.