Delhi recorded its coldest night of October so far , with heavy rain expected in parts of the south (Img: Pinterest)
New Delhi: Weather conditions are expected to change across several parts of India on October 20 with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and strong winds in multiple regions. Southern states are likely to witness intense rainfall, while parts of northern and eastern India may experience unsettled weather. An orange alert has been issued for six districts in Tamil Nadu.
North India is likely to experience mostly dry weather on October 20 with cooler mornings and evenings following the retreat of the monsoon. Delhi is expected to see clear skies and temperatures ranging between 18°C and 32°C. Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan are also likely to remain largely dry, while isolated rainfall may occur in parts of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh later this week.
Delhi witnessed a noticeable dip in temperatures as the capital recorded its coldest night of October so far. According to the weather data cited in the forecast, the Safdarjung observatory recorded a minimum temperature of 17.1 degrees Celsius on the morning of October 19, which was 1.3 degrees below normal.
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The maximum temperature in the capital stood at 31.7 degrees Celsius on October 19. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the moderate category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The forecast also indicated the possibility of air quality deteriorating to the poor category from October 21.
Authorities in Tamil Nadu have been placed on alert amid the possibility of heavy rainfall. An orange alert has been issued for Tiruvarur, Mayiladuthurai, Thanjavur, Pudukkottai, Coimbatore and Nilgiris districts.
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Parts of Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep, coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam may also receive heavy rain. Rain accompanied by strong winds is possible in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, while thunderstorms and lightning may affect parts of Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Madhya Maharashtra, Konkan and Goa.
Residents should avoid exposed areas during thunderstorms and stay away from trees and electricity poles. Fishermen are advised to check official marine weather warnings before heading out to sea.
