October 19 weather forecast: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall alert for Monday, October 19, forecasting active precipitation across southern IndiaRegions including Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala and parts of Karnataka are expected to experience widespread downpours accompanied by thunderstorms, gusty winds, and lightningWhile peninsular states prepare for localized waterlogging and travel disruptions, conditions across northern and central plains are projected to remain dry and stable, marking a stark regional contrast in seasonal weather patterns.
Heavy rain is likely across 17 districts of Tamil Nadu on Sunday, including Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kancheepuram, as persistent showers leave low-lying neighbourhoods in the state capital waterlogged and prompt preparations for possible rescue operationsThe Meteorological Department attributed the rainfall to an atmospheric circulation over northern Tamil Nadu and adjoining southern coastal Andhra Pradesh.
The weather system is expected to bring further rain to several northern, western and central districtsBesides Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kancheepuram, the districts likely to receive heavy rain on Sunday are Chengalpattu, the Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Salem, Villupuram, Kallakurichi, Cuddalore, Ariyalur, Tiruchirappalli, Perambalur, Tiruvannamalai and Erode.
