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Chennai rains: As heavy rains lash Tamil Nadu capital, here are roads to avoid
The Regional Meteorological Center (RMC) of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Chennai has predicted widespread rainfall in Tamil Nadu in the coming days; Heavy showers are expected in 16 regions on Tuesday.
Chennai rains: List of roads to avoid
Chennai rain forecast:
IMD has warned that this heavy rain may continue till October 19 and may affect both the Western Ghats and some interior regions.
According to the official bulletin, hilly areas of Coimbatore, Nilgiris, Theni and Tenkasi are expected to receive heavy rainfall on Tuesday and Wednesday. Besides the hill districts of Tiruppur, significant rainfall is also expected in Erode, Dharmapuri, Salem, Namakkal, Karur, Dindigul, Madurai, Virudhunagar, Tiruchirappalli, Kallakurichi and Tiruvannamalai.
Chennai rains: List of roads to avoid
- Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR): One of the most prone to floods during heavy rain.
- 100 Feet Road (Koyambedu – Thirumangalam): Often faced with severe waterlogging and traffic congestion.
- GST Road: Southern corridor known for poor drainage, especially near the airport and during heavy rains.
- Jamalia Metro, Perambur: Frequently flooded after moderate rain, making it unsafe for pedestrians.
- Koyambedu-Thirumangalam District: Prone to floods and occasional pipeline bursts, worsening traffic flow.
Chennai rain forecast:
| Day | History | Maximum Temperature (°C) | Minimum Temperature (°C) | Sky Situation | Rain/Thunderstorm |
| 1 | 16.10.2025 | 31–32 | 26–27 | Partly cloudy | Moderate rain and thunderstorms and lightning |
| 2 | 17.10.2025 | 31–32 | 26–27 | Partly cloudy | Moderate rain and thunderstorms and lightning |
| 3 | 18.10.2025 | 32 | 26–27 | Partly cloudy | Light/moderate rain, thunderstorms and lightning |
| 4 | 19.10.2025 | 32–33 | 27 | Partly cloudy | Light/Moderate rain |
| 5 | 20.10.2025 | 32–33 | 27 | Partly cloudy | Light/Moderate rain |
