Monsoon Arrives Early in Kerala, Heavy Rains Forecast Across South India

Monsoon Makes Early Arrival in Kerala

The southwest monsoon has officially arrived in Kerala, making its debut eight days earlier than the usual date of June 1st. This marks the earliest onset of the monsoon in Kerala since 2009, bringing much-needed relief to the region. The last time the monsoon arrived this early was on May 23rd, 1990.

Red Alert Issued for Coastal Karnataka

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall across Karnataka, particularly in the coastal districts, due to a low-pressure area forming over the east-central Arabian Sea. Dakshina Kannada is expected to see extremely heavy rain with gusty winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph. Meanwhile, Udupi and Uttara Kannada districts may experience heavy to very heavy rain and widespread moderate showers on Saturday.

Other districts in Karnataka, including Belagavi, Dharwad, Ballari, Bengaluru (Rural and Urban), Chikkaballapura, Chamarajanagara, and Tumakuru, are also on alert with moderate rain predicted. The IMD advises caution as this weather system develops and moves inland.

Goa Braces for Heavy Rainfall

Goa has been placed under a red alert, forecasting heavy to very heavy showers until Sunday. Fishermen have been advised to stay ashore due to squally weather with wind speeds reaching 40-50 kmph, gusting up to 60 kmph, expected along the Goa and Konkan coast.

Mumbai Sees Weather Shift

Mumbai experienced a partly cloudy day on May 23rd, with temperatures ranging between 25°C and 33°C. However, a significant shift in weather is forecast from Saturday, May 25th, through Monday, May 27th, with heavy rainfall predicted under generally cloudy skies. Temperatures during this period will range from 24°C to 32°C. The IMD has issued an alert, urging residents to prepare for potential waterlogging and traffic disruptions.