Tamil NaduMonday, 12 October 2026·The Hindu - Tamil Nadu
Northeast monsoon expected in Tamil Nadu within 2–3 days; RMC tracks Bay of Bengal system
The Regional Meteorological Centre said the northeast monsoon is likely to set in over the south peninsula in the next two to three days, with rain increasing from Wednesday.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In October 2026, the Regional Meteorological Centre said the northeast monsoon is likely to set in over the south peninsula in the next two to three days, coinciding with the withdrawal of the southwest monsoon from the remaining parts of India.
Key specifics
- Rainfall in Tamil Nadu is expected to increase from Wednesday and become fairly widespread from Thursday.
- A low-pressure area is likely to form over the Southeast Bay of Bengal on Tuesday.
- On Tuesday, Thanjavur and Kanniyakumari may receive light to moderate rain with winds of 40-50 kmph.
- Heavy rain is expected in some districts from October 15 and may last until October 18.
- On Monday, Vellore recorded the highest maximum temperature in the State at 36.7 degrees Celsius.
Exam lens
Meteorology and Tamil Nadu geography MCQ angle: northeast monsoon, southwest monsoon withdrawal, Southeast Bay of Bengal low-pressure area, 40-50 kmph winds, and Vellore’s 36.7°C are the key facts.