Bengaluru and several parts of Karnataka are set to experience a wet week, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting widespread rainfall and thunderstorms over the coming days.
Bengaluru Forecast
The state capital is expected to remain mostly cloudy with frequent showers throughout the week. Daytime temperatures are likely to hover around 27°C, while nights will be relatively cool at about 20°C. The IMD has warned of increased humidity — ranging from 65% to 95% — which could make conditions uncomfortable despite moderate temperatures.
From August 28–29, one or two spells of rain or thundershowers are predicted each day. On August 30, the city will continue to see overcast skies with intermittent showers, while rainfall activity is expected to intensify on August 31 and September 1.
Coastal Karnataka on High Alert
The IMD has issued a red alert for the coastal belt, where extremely heavy rainfall is forecast through September 2. The Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC) noted that Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts may receive very intense showers at isolated locations, while Uttara Kannada could see heavy to very heavy rainfall.
North Interior Karnataka
In the northern districts, weather officials have cautioned of thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds reaching speeds of 40–50 kmph. Areas such as Bidar, Kalaburagi, Yadgir, Vijayapura and Belagavi are likely to witness heavy downpours. Meanwhile, Bagalkot, Dharwad, Gadag, Haveri, Koppal and Raichur can expect widespread light to moderate showers with strong winds at times.
South Interior Karnataka
Districts in the southern interior region, including Chikkamagaluru, Shivamogga, Kodagu and Hassan, are expected to receive heavy rain at isolated places. Moderate showers are forecast across Ballari, Bengaluru Rural, Bengaluru Urban, Chamarajanagar, Chikkaballapura, Chitradurga, Davanagere, Kolar, Mandya, Mysuru, Ramanagara, Tumakuru and Vijayanagara.
Advisory for Residents
Authorities have urged residents in rain-affected areas, especially along the coast and hilly regions, to remain cautious of waterlogging, flooding and landslides. Fishermen have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea until conditions improve.
With the monsoon showing renewed vigour, Karnataka looks set for several days of heavy to very heavy rainfall, impacting both urban centres and rural districts alike.
