Karnataka Weather Today: IMD Issues Orange & Yellow Warnings for Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms Across the State

Karnataka Weather Alert: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued orange and yellow alerts across several regions of Karnataka from October 23 to 25, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds at isolated places. The weather department has cautioned residents, particularly in coastal and southern Karnataka, to stay alert as intense rain and thunderstorm activity are expected in the coming days.

Coastal Karnataka: Orange Alert for October 23

The IMD has placed coastal Karnataka, including the Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts, under an orange alert on October 23, predicting very heavy rain, thundershowers, lightning, and squally winds. This could lead to waterlogging, local flooding, and traffic disruptions in low-lying areas. The region will continue to experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms under yellow alerts on October 24 and 25, before weather conditions improve from October 26 to 29.

North Interior Karnataka: Yellow Alert for Three Days

For north interior Karnataka, including districts such as Belagavi, Bidar, and Kalaburagi, the IMD has issued yellow alerts from October 23 to 25, forecasting thunderstorms with lightning and winds at isolated places.

South Interior Karnataka: Heavy Rain Likely

In south interior Karnataka, which includes Bengaluru, Mysuru, Chikkamagaluru, and Mandya, the IMD has sounded an orange alert on October 23 for Bengaluru weather, expecting heavy rain and thunderstorm activity, followed by yellow alerts on October 24 and 25. According to the forecast. Bengaluru weather is expected to ease from October 26 to 29, bringing relief from continuous rainfall.

Bengaluru Weather Today

Bengaluru's weather for today, 23 October, is expected to feature a generally cloudy sky with light to moderate rain or thundershowers likely throughout the day. The maximum temperature in the urban region is forecasted to reach 26°C, while the minimum will be around 21°C. Similar conditions prevail in the rural areas, with temperatures ranging from a maximum of 28°C to a minimum of 21°C.

Advisory for Residents

With heavy to very heavy rain expected in parts of Karnataka till October 25, residents are advised to stay updated with the latest weather bulletins. The IMD recommends people in vulnerable areas take safety measures and avoid unnecessary travel during periods of intense rainfall. Conditions are likely to improve across the state after October 26, shifting to more stable weather.