Chennai rains: As heavy rains lash Tamil Nadu capital, here are roads to avoid

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Chennai has forecast widespread rainfall across Tamil Nadu in the coming days, with 16 districts likely to experience heavy downpours on Tuesday.

The IMD has cautioned that this spell of intense rain may continue until October 19, affecting both the Western Ghats and several interior regions.

According to the official bulletin, the hilly areas of Coimbatore, Nilgiris, Theni, and Tenkasi are expected to receive heavy rainfall on Tuesday and Wednesday. Significant rain is also likely in the hill regions of Tiruppur, as well as 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 flood-prone stretches during heavy rain.
• 100 Feet Road (Koyambedu–Thirumangalam): Often faces severe waterlogging and traffic congestion.
• GST Road: Particularly near the airport and southern corridor, known for poor drainage during downpours.
• Jamalia Subway, Perambur: Frequently waterlogged and unsafe for pedestrians after moderate rain.
• Koyambedu–Thirumangalam Stretch: Prone to flooding and occasional pipeline bursts that worsen traffic flow.

Chennai rains forecast:

Day	Date	Max Temp (°C)	Min Temp (°C)	Sky Condition	Rain/Thunderstorm
1	16.10.2025	31–32	26–27	Partly cloudy	Moderate rain with Thunderstorm & lightning
2	17.10.2025	31–32	26–27	Partly cloudy	Moderate rain with Thunderstorm & lightning
3	18.10.2025	32	26–27	Partly cloudy	Light/Moderate rain with Thunderstorm & 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