Sun Jan 11 02:00:00 UTC 2026: ### Headline: Widespread Rainfall Expected Across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal

The Story:

The Chennai Meteorological Center has forecasted light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning across many coastal regions of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal, as well as in certain parts of inland Tamil Nadu. The weather forecast indicates that 27 districts in Tamil Nadu are likely to experience rainfall until 10 PM today. Specific districts are expected to receive moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning, while others will experience light to moderate rainfall.

Key Points:

  • The Chennai Meteorological Center predicts light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning.
  • 27 districts in Tamil Nadu are expected to receive rainfall until 10 PM today.
  • Districts like Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Pudukkottai, Ramanathapuram, Thanjavur, and Thiruvarur are likely to experience moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning.
  • Districts including Ariyalur, Chengalpattu, Chennai, Cuddalore, Dharmapuri, Dindigul, Kallakurichi, Kanchipuram, Karur, Namakkal, Perambalur, Ranipet, Salem, Sivaganga, Nilgiris, Tiruvallur, Trichy, Tirupattur, Tiruvannamalai, Vellore, and Villupuram are expected to experience light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning.

Key Takeaways:

  • The weather patterns indicate the likelihood of disruptive weather conditions across numerous districts in Tamil Nadu.
  • Residents are advised to take necessary precautions due to the potential for thunderstorms and lightning.
  • The Chennai Meteorological Center is actively monitoring and providing updates on the weather situation.

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