Today's weather update: Yellow alert in Bengaluru, smog will remain in Delhi NCR.

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a warning of heavy rain in the southern part of the country on Wednesday, October 22. From Chennai to Bengaluru, heavy rains and remnants of monsoon are causing concern in the region, with officials warning people to exercise caution while traveling and indulging in outdoor activities.

While the winter season is approaching, parts of central India enjoy bright and sunny weather. Meanwhile, skies are clear in eastern areas like Kolkata, but air quality problems persist.

There will be fog in Delhi NCR

IMD said in its bulletin that morning mist or light fog is expected in the Delhi-NCR region in the next two days. No major change has been observed in the minimum and maximum temperatures in the national capital in the last 24 hours.

Yellow alert in Bengaluru, Karnataka

The IMD has issued a yellow alert for rain and storm, indicating more rain in Bengaluru in the next few days. Traffic jams and waterlogging have also been reported.

Clear sky in Kolkata

The sky remained clear for most of the day in Kolkata and neighboring districts, giving residents pleasant mornings and sunny afternoons. The temperature is expected to range between 23.1 and 32.7 degrees Celsius.

With mild levels recorded, air quality remains a cause for concern. Experts advise people, especially those with respiratory disorders, to monitor their exposure, especially in the afternoon.

Dry weather in Madhya Pradesh

It is a relatively peaceful and sunny day in central India compared to the chaos on the east coast. The weather is expected to remain dry throughout the day in Madhya Pradesh, with cool winds cooling the afternoon heat.

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According to experts, direct sunlight should be avoided between 12 noon and 3 pm. The temperature is expected to drop to a pleasant around 23 degrees Celsius, making it ideal for outdoor activities in the evening.

Heavy rain in Tamil Nadu

The IMD has issued red and orange alerts for coastal Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, due to heavy to very heavy rainfall along the coast due to the cyclonic circulation of upper air over the Bay of Bengal.

Villupuram, Chengalpattu, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvallur, Thanjavur and Pudukottai have received red alert from IMD due to possibility of extremely heavy rainfall.