Andhra weather alert: IMD forecasts thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds for next 5 days
The IMD said thunderstorms accompanied by lightning will continue at isolated places over North Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam and Rayalaseema on April 11
By - Newsmeter Network
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Amaravati: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, gusty winds and hot, humid weather across parts of Andhra Pradesh over the next five days, warning residents to remain cautious amid fluctuating conditions.
Here’s a brief timeline of how the weather would prevail in April:
1. Thunderstorm activity from April 10
According to the Meteorological Centre, isolated places over Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam and Rayalaseema are likely to experience thunderstorms with lightning on April 10.
Gusty winds are expected to reach speeds of up to 40 kmph during these spells.
2. Thunderstorms to persist on April 11
The IMD said thunderstorms accompanied by lightning will continue at isolated places over North Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam and Rayalaseema on April 11.
Gusty winds are also expected to persist, maintaining unstable weather conditions in these regions.
3. Winds and humidity to intensify on April 12
On April 12, gusty winds with speeds of 30–40 kmph are likely at isolated locations over Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam.
At the same time, hot and humid conditions are expected to prevail across Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam and Rayalaseema.
4. Hot and humid spell from April 13 to 16
From April 13 to April 16, the department has predicted predominantly hot and humid weather at isolated places across Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam and Rayalaseema, with no major relief from rising discomfort levels.
Weather systems influencing conditions
The IMD attributed the current weather pattern to a north–south trough extending from interior Odisha to the Gulf of Mannar, passing through south Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Rayalaseema and interior Tamil Nadu at about 0.9 km above mean sea level.
Additionally, an upper air cyclonic circulation over north Tamil Nadu and adjoining areas at around 1.5 km above mean sea level continues to influence weather conditions across the region.
