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IMD Moves Rain Alert South, Chennai Forecast Turns Drier
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🗓 21 Oct 2026, 07:04 AM
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The Indian Meteorological Department has shifted its rain forecast southwards, leaving Chennai with a drier outlook for the coming days.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has revised its weather outlook, moving the expected rainfall zone further south. As a result, Chennai, which had been anticipating showers, now has a reduced chance of rain for the next few days.
Earlier forecasts had suggested a moderate to heavy rainfall over the city, but the updated bulletin indicates that the rain band will pass to the south of the Bay of Bengal. The shift means that Chennai will experience a drier spell, with only scattered showers possible.
Local authorities are monitoring the situation closely, and residents are advised to adjust their plans accordingly. The change is expected to affect daily commutes, traffic, and outdoor activities, as the city moves away from the anticipated wet weather.
Earlier forecasts had suggested a moderate to heavy rainfall over the city, but the updated bulletin indicates that the rain band will pass to the south of the Bay of Bengal. The shift means that Chennai will experience a drier spell, with only scattered showers possible.
Local authorities are monitoring the situation closely, and residents are advised to adjust their plans accordingly. The change is expected to affect daily commutes, traffic, and outdoor activities, as the city moves away from the anticipated wet weather.