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The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) forecasts light to moderate rainfall in coastal Tamil Nadu, especially in the north, until December 28th, potentially marking the end of the northeast monsoon. Christmas Day is expected to see concentrated rainfall in north Tamil Nadu, while the south remains dry. Following this, a brief dry spell is predicted, before a return to light to moderate rainfall in coastal areas and Puducherry around December 30th. The dry weather will also lead to lower minimum temperatures across the state, with ground frost warnings issued for Kodaikanal and the higher ranges of the Nilgiris. Despite the predicted cold, Tamil Nadu rainfall has been normal so far.

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Tamil Nadu Braces for Final Monsoon Spell, Ground Frost Warning Issued

CHENNAI, December 25, 2025 – Residents of Tamil Nadu can expect a mixed bag of weather conditions over the next week, as the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) predicts a final spell of the northeast monsoon, potentially ending by December 28th. Light to moderate rainfall is forecast, particularly in coastal areas, with Christmas Day anticipated to bring concentrated rainfall to the northern regions of the state.

Following the monsoon spell, a brief respite of dry weather is expected, causing temperatures to drop. The RMC has issued a ground frost warning for isolated pockets of Kodaikanal and the higher ranges of the Nilgiris due to enhanced radiation cooling. Udhagamandalam recorded a low of 5.4 degrees Celsius on Wednesday.

“Easterly winds are picking up speed and may influence mild rain, particularly over north coastal Tamil Nadu and adjoining districts,” stated B. Geetha, Scientist ‘E’ at the RMC. Weather models suggest minor rainfall activity will return around December 30th in coastal parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.

Despite the looming cold snap, Tamil Nadu has recorded 42.7 cm of rainfall this year, just 1% below the seasonal average since October 1st, which the RMC classifies as normal. While the official end of the northeast monsoon is considered to be December 31st, the RMC notes that rain has extended into January in previous years.

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