Heavy Rain Alert for 22 Districts in Tamil Nadu Today; IMD Warns of Thunderstorms and Strong Winds

The Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rainfall warning for 22 districts across Tamil Nadu on June 2, citing favorable atmospheric conditions that are expected to trigger widespread rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds across the state.

According to the weather department, an upper-air cyclonic circulation persists over the southeastern Arabian Sea off the south Kerala coast, extending up to an altitude of approximately 5.8 km. In addition, a trough extends from eastern Madhya Pradesh and adjoining Chhattisgarh to northern Tamil Nadu through Vidarbha, Telangana, and Rayalaseema, enhancing rainfall activity over the region.

Districts Likely to Receive Heavy Rain on June 2

Heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds of 40–50 kmph is likely at isolated places in:

• Nilgiris
• Coimbatore
• Tiruppur
• Dindigul
• Theni
• Karur
• Namakkal
• Erode
• Salem
• Tiruchirappalli
• Dharmapuri
• Krishnagiri
• Tirupattur
• Vellore
• Ranipet
• Tiruvannamalai
• Madurai
• Virudhunagar
• Tenkasi
• Tirunelveli
• Thoothukudi
• Kanniyakumari

Rain Forecast for June 3 and June 4

Heavy rain is expected to continue over Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Theni, Tiruppur, Tenkasi, Dindigul, Tirunelveli, Kanniyakumari, Erode, Salem, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Tirupattur, Vellore, Ranipet, and Tiruvannamalai districts.

Rain Forecast for June 5

The weather department has forecast heavy rainfall in:

• Nilgiris
• Coimbatore
• Tiruppur
• Theni
• Tenkasi
• Tirunelveli
• Kanniyakumari
• Dindigul
• Thoothukudi
• Virudhunagar
• Erode
• Salem
• Kallakurichi
• Sivaganga
• Madurai
• Thanjavur
• Tiruvarur
• Nagapattinam
• Mayiladuthurai
• Karaikal region

Temperature Outlook

From June 2 to June 6, no significant changes are expected in maximum temperatures across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal. However, temperatures in some parts of northern interior Tamil Nadu may remain up to 2°C above normal.

Chennai Weather Forecast

For Chennai, the sky is expected to remain partly cloudy. Light rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning may occur in isolated areas of the city.

• Maximum Temperature: 39°C to 40°C
• Minimum Temperature: 28°C to 29°C

Fishermen Warning

Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea on June 2.

Strong winds of 40–50 kmph, gusting up to 60 kmph, are likely over the south Tamil Nadu coastal regions, the Gulf of Mannar, and the Kumari Sea area. Authorities have urged fishermen to exercise caution and avoid sea travel during this period.

The weather department has advised residents in the affected districts to stay alert for localized flooding, lightning activity, and strong winds while monitoring official weather updates.