Bengaluru is experiencing record-breaking rainfall this June, with forecasts suggesting it could exceed historical levels, prompting alerts across Karnataka.
June in Bengaluru this year is on track to break rainfall records dating back to 1867, having already received 203 mm of rain by Sunday morning. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), moderate rainfall is expected to continue until Thursday, possibly surpassing the highest recorded June rainfall of 228.02 mm in 1996.
Earlier this month, Bengaluru experienced its rainiest June day ever recorded on June 2, with 111.11 mm of rainfall, breaking a record that had stood for 133 years. The heavy rainfall was attributed to a cyclonic circulation over the northeast Bay of Bengal and a low-pressure trough near the Maharashtra-Kerala coasts. These weather systems are anticipated to intensify winds along the western coast in the coming days.
An IMD official informed reporters that coastal and south interior Karnataka will likely experience widespread rainfall, with heavy downpours expected in parts of north interior Karnataka as well.
To prepare for the continued heavy rains, the IMD has issued an orange alert for exceptionally heavy rainfall in districts including Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Chikkamagaluru, Hassan, Shivamogga, and Kodagu until Thursday. Additionally, a yellow alert has been issued for Bidar, Kalaburagi, Belagavi, Dharwad, Haveri, Mysuru, and Chamarajanagar until Tuesday, predicting isolated heavy rainfall in these regions.
Looking ahead, Karnataka anticipates thunderstorms and strong gusty winds across the state next week. Fishermen along the Karnataka coast are advised to avoid venturing into the sea until Wednesday due to expected squally weather conditions. Wind speeds during this period are forecasted to range between 35-45 mph, with gusts potentially reaching up to 55 mph.
The situation underscores the IMD's proactive approach in alerting residents and authorities about the evolving weather conditions, aiming to minimize risks and ensure public safety during this period of heightened rainfall activity across Karnataka.
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