The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said that several parts of the state are likely to receive heavy rain accompanied by strong winds from October 19 to October 24. Karnataka Weather Update: Heavy Rain, Strong Winds Likely Till October 24.
The coastal karnataka and Malnad regions are expected to witness the most intense rainfall. Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Uttara Kannada districts are likely to experience thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds.
As a precaution, the IMD has issued a Yellow Alert for Hassan, Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, Tumakuru, and Chitradurga districts. Wind speeds in these areas are expected to reach 30–40 kmph.
Meanwhile, monsoon-like weather conditions continue to prevail in Bengaluru Urban and Bengaluru Rural districts. Widespread rainfall was recorded across the city over the past 24 hours, and the IMD has forecast cloudy skies, thunderstorms, and lightning over the next five days.
Rainfall activity is expected to peak on October 20 and 21, prompting authorities to advise residents to remain cautious. Moderate to heavy rainfall is also likely in Mandya, Mysuru, Kolar, Shivamogga, and Chamarajanagar districts during the forecast period.
While southern and coastal Karnataka face the risk of waterlogging due to persistent rainfall, Bidar, Kalaburagi, Raichur, Vijayapura, and Yadgir districts in north Karnataka are expected to remain dry, with little or no rainfall.
According to the IMD, rainfall intensity is likely to gradually decrease across most parts of coastal Karnataka and south interior Karnataka after October 22.
