October 25, 2026 | Weather Alert
A depression over the east-central and adjoining southeast Bay of Bengal could strengthen into a cyclonic storm by October 26, according to the India Meteorological Department’s tropical weather outlook issued on October 24. The system is forecast to move west-northwestwards and approach the Andhra Pradesh coast around October 28. The track and intensity remain forecasts and may change with subsequent bulletins.
IMD forecast points to possible intensification
The IMD bulletin said the system was expected to intensify into a deep depression on October 25, a cyclonic storm by October 26 and potentially a severe cyclonic storm around October 27. The bulletin’s forecast placed a possible coastal crossing near the Andhra Pradesh coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam around October 28, with strong winds possible if the system follows the projected track.
Heavy rain warnings for southern states
IMD’s regional warning pages indicate the possibility of extremely heavy rainfall in parts of Kerala and Tamil Nadu on October 25, with further heavy to very heavy rain possible in the following days. The precise districts and warning levels can change as new forecasts are issued. Residents, fishers and coastal communities should follow local administration advisories and the latest official weather bulletins.
What residents should do
- Check the latest IMD district-wise warnings before travelling or going out to sea.
- Follow instructions issued by district administrations and disaster-management authorities.
- Avoid flooded roads, exposed coastal areas and unnecessary travel during intense rain or strong winds.
- Do not rely on forwarded messages or unverified cyclone names; use official IMD updates for the system’s status and forecast.
Official sources: IMD cyclone information and bulletins; IMD warning for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry; IMD warning for Kerala.
Forecasts are subject to change. This report reflects the official IMD information available at publication time on October 25, 2026.
