Rain and Thunderstorms Expected Across India Amid Monsoon Withdrawal
Rain and Thunderstorms Expected Across India Amid Monsoon Withdrawal
IN · Published Oct 11, 2026
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rainfall and thunderstorms across various parts of India on Sunday, October 11,
• As of October 10, the monsoon withdrawal line extended through Supaul, Ranchi, Sundargarh, Bargarh, Bijapur, Hyderabad, Belagavi, and Panjim. Despite the retreat of the southwest monsoon, regional weather systems are expected to continue causing showers and thunderstorms. Kerala, Lakshadweep, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal are likely to experience isolated thunderstorms with gusty winds of 40-50 km/h. Andhra Pradesh may see winds of 30-40 km/h, while Jharkhand and Odisha could face similar conditions. Rainfall is also expected in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. Hot and humid weather is likely to persist in coastal Karnataka and the Konkan-Goa region. Source time: 2026-10-10T14:00:30 GMT.

Impact & Risks

The expected thunderstorms and gusty winds could disrupt daily activities and pose risks to residents in affected areas, particularly in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andhra Pradesh. Lightning and strong winds may lead to power outages, damage to property, and potential harm to individuals caught outdoors. Coastal regions, including Karnataka and Goa, may experience discomfort due to hot and humid conditions. The ongoing rainfall in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and northern states like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand could lead to localised flooding and landslides in vulnerable areas.

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