Karnataka Weather Alert: IMD Predicts Cloudy Skies In Bengaluru To Persist Until November 15

Bengaluru woke up to a foggy morning on Sunday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts more rain throughout the day, with cloudy skies expected to persist until November 15. The IMD predicts temperatures will remain mild, with a maximum range between 28 and 29°C and a minimum ranging from 19 to 20°C.

SUNDAY FORECAST FOR KARNATAKA

GM Friends.
Lets check the overall setup:
- The UAC over SE BOB adjacent to Sri Lanka persists. Its likely to intensify into a LPA later today.
- The other UAC over East-Ventral BOB has dissipated.

- Over SE Arabian sea an UAC persists.… pic.twitter.com/rLZbUUFRs5

— Namma Karnataka Weather (@namma_vjy) November 10, 2024

Vijay, from the popular blog "Namma Karnataka Weather," wrote,''the latest ECM (European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts) accumulation chart, valid until 19th November, has been shared, predicting varying levels of rainfall across Karnataka.

Bengaluru is expected to receive around 30mm of rain over the next few days. The city will experience intermittent showers, with the weather being dominated by overcast skies and cooler temperatures. As per the forecast, the rain in Bengaluru is expected to gradually intensify in the coming days, leading to possible waterlogging and traffic disruptions, especially in low-lying areas.

ECM ACCUMULATION CHART TILL 19TH NOVEMBER SHARED

Bengaluru likely to get ~30mm rains
Kodagu, DK_Udupi Ghats-Windward, Chikkamagaluru areas to get ~70mm rains
SIK areas to get 25-30mm rains

Note:
So far November NEM rains have been quiet in Bengaluru. Normal for the month is… pic.twitter.com/CCF5BsdovK

— Namma Karnataka Weather (@namma_vjy) November 9, 2024

Residents have also raised concerns about the city's infrastructure, particularly its ability to withstand heavy rains. One resident posted, "North #Bangalore is still within city limits, then how come we don't see the patchwork (Bengaluru is famous for) happening in & around Jakkur? Also, for how long will this last? Last time, during one heavy rain, the patchwork broke. Good quality roads, no corruption - alien concepts?"

Another resident voiced frustration, saying, "A 2-minute rain is causing flood-like situations. Garbage is lingering on every corner of the streets. Clean this mess first and then ask for development projects."

Less than a month ago, Bengaluru was hit by heavy rains that caused widespread disruption across the city. The torrential downpour led to severe waterlogging, crippling traffic for hours, especially in key areas. Despite efforts by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) and Bengaluru Traffic Police to clear the roads, many commuters were stuck for hours in traffic jams. Manyata Tech Park, located near Hebbal, was completely submerged, prompting IT companies to advise employees to work from home temporarily.

The rains also highlighted the city's persistent infrastructure issues. Social media users expressed frustration over the poor condition of roads, particularly on the Outer Ring Road, a major hub for multinational companies. While Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar directed BBMP officials to address the city's pothole problem, these issues remain prevalent in various parts of Bengaluru.