Kerala and south Tamil Nadu are under the influence of a low-pressure area and associated cyclonic circulation over the Equatorial Indian Ocean and adjoining southwest Bay of Bengal, which is expected to affect weather conditions through the coming weekend. Under this system’s influence, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) says light to moderate rain with occasional thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds is likely in parts of Kerala and Tamil Nadu from today through early next week. Gusty wind speeds around 30–40 km/h are possible in coastal and adjoining areas, and rough seas are expected over parts of the southwest Bay of Bengal, prompting advisories for fishermen to avoid venturing into open waters.
What’s expected over the next few days
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Today and tomorrow (Feb 20–21): Cloud build-up and isolated light showers are possible in parts of Kerala, with increasing cloudiness before rainfall later in the weekend.
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Weekend (Feb 21–22): More widespread light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds are forecast — especially in south Kerala districts and south Tamil Nadu. Heavy rain may occur at isolated places.
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Aftermath: Conditions may remain humid with periodic showers and isolated thunderstorms into early next week before skies gradually settle.
This change marks a shift from the dry, warm conditions seen earlier this week and could bring relief from heat in many areas, although localized waterlogging and travel delays are possible where rain is heavier.
News as reported
