Cyclone Ditwah expected to bring rainfall to South Interior Karnataka. Will it rain in Bengaluru?

Cyclone Ditwah: From November 29, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and parts of South Interior Karnataka are likely to witness rainfall.

Published on: Nov 29, 2025, 15:33:40 IST

By Shivya Kanojia

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Several parts of southern India are expected to receive rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds due to Cyclone Ditwah. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Karnataka are likely to experience weather disruptions

Cyclone Ditwah: Several southern states are expected to be affected by this weather pattern. (PTI)

Rainfall in South Interior Karnataka

From November 29, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and parts of South Interior Karnataka are likely to witness rainfall.

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Will it impact Bengaluru?

According to the weekly forecast issued by the IMD, Bengaluru is expected to receive light rainfall on November 29. The maximum temperature is likely to be around 25 degrees Celsius, while the minimum will be around 18 degrees Celsius. Cyclone Ditwah is not expected to significantly impact Bengaluru.

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Heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued warnings of very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several Tamil Nadu districts as the cyclone strengthens.

Chief Minister MK Stalin held discussions with Collectors from 14 districts to review safety arrangements. Reportedly, Tourists have been asked to avoid visiting Dhanushkodi, near Pamban Island, as a precaution. The area was devastated during the 1964 Rameswaram cyclone and remains vulnerable during severe weather.

Chennai flights cancelled

In view of the approaching cyclone, Chennai Airport has cancelled 54 scheduled flights, as per news agency PTI. The IMD has forecast extremely heavy rain and strong winds for the next two days, prompting the airport to suspend several services.

Schools and colleges closed

Due to heavy rainfall, schools and colleges in several districts across Tamil Nadu will remain closed on Saturday. Reportedly, schools are expected to remain shut in Perambalur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Cuddalore, Kallakurichi, Pudukottai, Puducherry and Karaikal.

Chennai and neighbouring districts remain under alerts for strong winds and intense rain.

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Shivya Kanojia
Shivya Kanojia is a journalist at Hindustan Times, where she works in the fast-paced digital news ecosystem with a strong sense of editorial judgement and a clear understanding of what makes a story both important and traffic-driven. An alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Shivya brings a thoughtful balance of news value and audience relevance to her work, ensuring stories resonate beyond the immediate headline. Over the course of her three-year journey in the digital news space, Shivya has worked across a wide range of beats, including politics, civic issues, human-interest features and trending news. This diverse exposure has shaped her ability to approach stories with nuance, adaptability and context, whether she is breaking down complex developments or spotlighting everyday narratives that often go unnoticed. She is particularly drawn to human-interest stories, interviews and explainers that offer depth and clarity, aiming to move past surface-level reporting to explore the people, emotions and circumstances behind the news. Prior to joining Hindustan Times, Shivya worked with Firstpost and Times Now, where she covered a broad spectrum of topics and honed her skills in digital journalism . Outside the newsroom, Shivya enjoys discovering new cafés, drawn to good coffee, cosy spaces and unhurried conversations. Shopping is another pastime she cherishes, not always out of necessity, but often guided by instinct and the simple joy of stumbling upon unexpected finds. Above all, she treasures time spent with loved ones, finding meaning in shared laughter, simple moments and memories that linger long after.Read More

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