Heavy rains likely in Cuddalore, Chennai, Karaikal
Posted on: 12/Nov/2017 7:31:26 PM
The state of Tamil Nadu has seen heavy rains throughout the first week of the month of November. In fact, heavy to very heavy spells of rainfall were seen over the region. In fact, three digit rains also did make an appearance in the coastal areas of the state with waterlogging and flooding across many parts.
Thereafter, rainfall activities in Tamil Nadu and its adjoining areas did take a break. The weather system which was giving heavy rains over the region also moved away. While dry weather conditions did make a comeback in the past few days, light rains have once again begun making appearances over the state.
The last 24 hours also saw some light rainfall activity in the coastal areas of the state. In a span of 24 hours from 8:30 am on Saturday, Nungambakkam observatory in Chennai recorded 1 mm of rain while Minambakkam observatory saw 0.4 mm of rainfall. Cities including Karaikal, and Atiramapattinam also witnessed traces of rainfall.
Presently, a low pressure is seen over Southwest Bay of Bengal. An associated upper air cyclonic circulation is extending up to 7.6 km. A trough is also extending across this system.
Thus, moderate to heavy rains with isolated very heavy showers are expected over coastal parts. Interior areas of Tamil Nadu will also witness light to moderate showers. These rains are expected to continue for at least two to three days. Cities including Cuddalore, Chennai, Karaikal will see heavy showers.
Courtesy: skymetweather.com
