Bengaluru Braces for Evening Drizzle While Karnataka's Rain Fury Worsens

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22 May

Cloudy Skies Over Bengaluru; Red & Orange Alerts Issued for Multiple Districts Amid Heavy Rain Threat

Bengaluru: Bengaluru woke up to cloudy skies and mild winds today, with the temperature hovering around 22°C this morning. The maximum temperature is expected to reach 28°C, while the minimum may drop to 21°C by night.

Though the city is not directly threatened by heavy rain, light drizzles or thundershowers could surprise residents by evening, according to the latest forecast from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Winds are currently blowing from the west at a speed of 21 km/h.

“There’s no strong rain forecast for Bengaluru, but we expect isolated drizzles or evening thundershowers. The focus remains on coastal and interior Karnataka.”
— Senior IMD Officer, Bengaluru

Weather Forecast Summary for Bengaluru

• Condition: Cloudy throughout the day

• Current Temp: 22°C

• Max Temp: 28°C

• Min Temp: 21°C

• Chance of Rain: Low during the day, moderate by evening

• Wind: 21 km/h (West)

Rain Intensity Builds Across Karnataka

While Bengaluru stays relatively dry for now, the rest of Karnataka is on high alert. IMD has sounded a Red and Orange Alert across several districts as rainfall intensifies across the state:

• Red/Orange Alerts Issued For:

  • Coastal Karnataka

  • Malnad region

  • Uttara Kannada, Dakshina Kannada, Udupi

  • Belagavi, Dharwad, Shivamogga

Expect heavy to hefty rainfall in these regions. Landslides, waterlogging, and travel disruptions are possible, especially in the hill and coastal belts.

What to Expect in the Coming Hours:

• Bengaluru: Drizzles likely in the evening, dry otherwise

• Coastal Areas: Continuous rainfall with possible flooding

• Travellers and commuters are advised to keep emergency umbrellas and avoid flood-prone zones.