Karnataka Weather Alert: Light Rain Or Intense Downpours In Bengaluru? Check Forecast For The Weekend

Residents of Bengaluru should prepare for possible thunderstorms between 3-9 pm on Friday. In North Bengaluru, moderate rainfall is expected, interspersed with scattered heavy downpours and thunderstorms. This could potentially lead to flooding in low-lying areas, so caution is advised. South Bengaluru will likely see moderate to heavy rain and thunderstorms throughout the day, which could result in significant water accumulation on roads, making travel difficult. East Bengaluru is forecasted to experience a mix of moderate to heavy rainfall with some areas witnessing intense downpours and thunderstorms; residents are encouraged to stay indoors during these heavy spells to ensure safety. Meanwhile, West Bengaluru can expect light to moderate rain accompanied by occasional thundershowers.

Meanwhile, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted that these areas may experience intense spells of rain, though no formal warnings or alerts have been issued from May 25 to May 28.

Rains are being reported over parts of Bengaluru city towards North, NW & Western parts of the city at Chikkajala, Chikkabanawara, Bagalakunte, Dasarahalli, Peenya, Jalahalli, Goraguntapalya, Yeshwanthapura & surroundings.

Detailed Forecast for May 25, 2024:

Bagalkote, Belagavi, Bidar, Dharwad, Gadag, Haveri, Kalaburgi, Koppal, Raichur, Vijayapura, Yadgir: Expect light to moderate rain and thundershowers, accompanied by gusty winds reaching speeds of 40-50 kmph.

Uttar Kannada, Hassan, Mandya, Davangere: Moderate rain and thundershowers are likely.
Ballari, Bengaluru Rural, Bengaluru Urban, Chamarajanagar, Chikkaballapura, Kolar, Ramanagara, Vijayanagara: Light to moderate rain and thundershowers are expected.

Detailed Forecast for May 26, 2024:

Udupi, Uttara Kannada: Light to moderate rain and thundershowers are very likely.
Haveri: Isolated areas may experience light to moderate rain and thundershowers with gusty winds of 40-50 kmph.

Dakshina Kannada: Moderate rain and thundershowers are expected in many areas.
Kolar: Moderate rain and thundershowers are likely at isolated locations.

Ballari, Bengaluru Rural, Bengaluru Urban, Chamarajanagar, Chikkaballapura, Chikkamagaluru, Davangere, Hassan, Kodagu, Mandya, Mysuru, Tumkur: Light to moderate rain and thundershowers are expected in isolated places.

Bagalkote, Belagavi, Bidar, Dharwad, Gadag, Kalaburgi, Koppal, Raichur, Vijayapura, Yadgir, Chitradurga, Ramanagara, Shivamogga, Vijayanagara: Dry weather is likely to prevail.

Residents are advised to stay updated with the latest weather forecasts and take necessary precautions during the specified times.