Chennai on yellow alert for rain; weather to shift from heavy showers to clear skies

Chennai: Residents of Chennai can expect light to moderate rain on Saturday, January 24, with heavy showers in some areas. The IMD has also issued alerts for nearby districts, including Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, as well as Puducherry and the Karaikal region.

The early week forecast predicts high moisture, cloudy skies, and thunderstorm activity, with lightning possible in isolated areas. Temperatures will remain moderate but humid.

Daily forecast highlights

• 24 January: Cloudy skies with heavy rain; moderate temperatures and high humidity.
• 25 January: Generally cloudy with light rain; isolated thunderstorms and lightning possible.
• 26 January: Cloudy conditions continue with light rain; slightly warm and humid.
• 27 January: Partly cloudy skies; dry conditions with stable temperatures.
• 28 January: Partly cloudy throughout the day; no significant rainfall expected.
• 29 January: Partly cloudy and dry; comfortable weather conditions expected.

What residents should know

The IMD’s yellow alert indicates potentially heavy rainfall that may disrupt daily activities, but no severe flood warnings have been issued at this time. Citizens are advised to carry umbrellas, stay cautious of slippery roads, and monitor weather updates.

Outlook for the week

From January 27 onwards, Chennai and surrounding districts are expected to experience a shift to drier, partly cloudy conditions, with comfortable temperatures and stable weather, marking a break from the early week showers and thunderstorms.