The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy rainfall across various parts of Karnataka starting tomorrow, August 13, 2025, and continuing for the next few days. Coastal, South Interior, and North Interior districts are expected to experience intense showers accompanied by strong winds and thunderstorms.
The IMD has warned of potential issues such as waterlogging, power disruptions, and traffic congestion in affected areas. According to IMD reports, districts including Bengaluru, Bengaluru Rural, Mandya, Mysuru, Ramanagara, Chitradurga, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Chikkamagaluru, Kodagu, Shivamogga, Belagavi, Vijayapura, Bagalkote, and Bidar are likely to be impacted.
Coastal and Malnad regions, particularly Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Chikkamagaluru, Kodagu, and Shivamogga, face the possibility of extremely heavy rainfall, prompting a red alert in some areas. Bengaluru and its surrounding districts are under a yellow alert, indicating moderate to heavy rain.
The heavy rainfall is attributed to a low-pressure system formed over the Bay of Bengal, coupled with a trough extending to Karnataka’s coast. This weather system may bring wind speeds of 30-50 km/h and thunderstorms. Fishermen along the coastal regions have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea due to rough Bengaluru, cloudy skies are expected throughout the day tomorrow, with temperatures ranging between a high of 28°C and a low of 20°C. Rainfall may cause a further drop of 2-3°C. Waterlogging in parts of the city could disrupt traffic, and residents are urged to take necessary precautions.
The IMD and Karnataka State Natural Disaster Management Centre (KSNDMC) have issued advisories, recommending that residents avoid unnecessary travel, refrain from using electrical appliances during rain, and avoid seeking shelter under trees.
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Schools and colleges in some districts have declared holidays, and parents are advised to stay updated. The heavy rainfall is expected to persist until August 16, though intensity may decrease in some districts by Wednesday. The IMD urges residents across the state to remain vigilant.