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IMD forecasts dry week for Delhi NCR, while South India braces for heavy rain
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🗓 17 Oct 2026, 10:02 PM
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The India Meteorological Department has issued a forecast indicating that the National Capital Region will remain rain‑free for the rest of the week, while several states in South India are expected to experience widespread showers.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released its weekly outlook on Monday, stating that the National Capital Region, including Delhi, will not receive any measurable rainfall for the remainder of the current week. The forecast follows a brief spell of showers earlier in the week that had temporarily eased the city’s heat.
In contrast, the IMD’s projection for the southern peninsula shows a marked shift, with states such as Tamil Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh likely to face moderate to heavy rain over the next several days. Meteorologists attribute the impending downpours to a low‑pressure system moving westward across the Bay of Bengal.
Authorities in the affected southern districts have been advised to monitor water levels in rivers and reservoirs, and to be prepared for possible disruptions to transport and outdoor activities. Meanwhile, Delhi residents can expect clear skies, which may provide relief to those coping with recent high temperatures.
In contrast, the IMD’s projection for the southern peninsula shows a marked shift, with states such as Tamil Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh likely to face moderate to heavy rain over the next several days. Meteorologists attribute the impending downpours to a low‑pressure system moving westward across the Bay of Bengal.
Authorities in the affected southern districts have been advised to monitor water levels in rivers and reservoirs, and to be prepared for possible disruptions to transport and outdoor activities. Meanwhile, Delhi residents can expect clear skies, which may provide relief to those coping with recent high temperatures.