IMD forecasts rain for Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal and south India
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are expected to experience heavy rainfall and strong winds as a wet spell continues.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted rainfall across several regions on Friday, November 13, according to The Times of India. Areas including Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and parts of south India are likely to see showers.
Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Muzaffarabad are expected to receive widespread to fairly widespread rainfall. These areas may also experience thunderstorms, lightning, and wind speeds of 40-50 kmph, with gusts reaching 60 kmph.
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are likely to face an active weather spell until November 17. This includes isolated heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds.
In south India, Kerala and Mahe may see scattered rainfall until November 15, while Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal could experience thunderstorms and lightning on Friday. Lakshadweep is also expected to have isolated showers through November 17.
The IMD has not predicted any major weather changes for west and central India this week. No specific rain or thunderstorm alerts were issued for the Delhi-NCR region.
Fishermen have been advised to avoid the Andaman Sea until November 16. They were also cautioned against entering parts of the southeast Bay of Bengal between November 13 and 16.