Catastrophic Downpours Sweep Through Kerala, Karnataka, Goa, and Assam; Severe Heatwave Persists in Northern Regions like Delhi, Rajasthan, and Punjab - Explore Complete Weather Predictions Here
Heavy Rainfall and Strong Winds Forecast for Southwest Coast of India
Over the next few days, several coastal states in India are forecasted to experience heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds due to active monsoon conditions and an intensifying low-pressure system in the Arabian Sea.
Konkan and Goa
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for Konkan and Goa due to an intensifying low-pressure system off their coast, likely to strengthen into a depression by Friday. This system is expected to cause heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and gusty winds, with Mumbai under orange alert around the same time. Fishermen have been advised against venturing into the sea due to hazardous conditions.
Karnataka (Coastal)
Forecasts indicate widespread light to moderate rainfall with occasional heavy showers in coastal Karnataka. Strong westerly winds from the Arabian Sea are expected, leading to wind speeds around 40-50 km/h, particularly on days with heavier rain episodes.
Kerala
Heavy rainfall is ongoing in Kerala, especially in the Idukki district where landslides have occurred. The IMD issued a red alert with expectations of continued heavy rainfall and strong westerly winds. The monsoon is expected to fully set in Kerala within 2-3 days, bringing widespread rain and gusty conditions. Travel restrictions and emergency measures are active due to these conditions.
Lakshadweep
Lakshadweep is expected to have isolated heavy rains on 23rd-24th May.
Parts of North India
Parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi are likely to face severe heatwave conditions until 25th May.
Monsoon Activity
The southwest monsoon is strengthening, supported by strong westerly winds over the Arabian Sea and troughs over peninsular India, causing fairly widespread to widespread rainfall over the southwest coast. Wind speeds associated with this weather are forecast around 40-50 km/h on heavier rain days, especially near the coast.
Monsoon has already advanced over parts of the South Arabian Sea, Maldives, Comorin region, and the Bay of Bengal. A low-pressure system is expected to form over the east-central Arabian Sea off the North Karnataka-Goa coast by 21st May evening.
In summary:
| Region | Rainfall Intensity | Wind Speed | Alerts/Notes | |------------|--------------------------------------------|------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | Konkan | Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall | Gusty winds (~40-50 km/h) | Red alert; Potential depression formation; Fishermen advised | | Goa | Heavy rainfall | Gusty winds | Red alert; Similar warnings as Konkan | | Coastal Karnataka | Extremely heavy rainfall (22nd May) | 40-50 km/h winds | Expect moderate to heavy rain episodes | | Kerala | Heavy to very heavy rainfall | Strong westerly winds | Red alert; Ongoing emergency measures; Monsoon onset imminent| | Lakshadweep | Isolated heavy rains (23rd-24th May) | - | - | | North India | Severe heatwave conditions | - | - |
This forecast covers roughly August 16–22, 2025, with repeated heavy rainfall rounds and windy conditions likely. Residents and travelers should monitor official updates closely due to the high risk of flooding, landslides, and travel disruptions especially in Kerala and the Konkan-Goa region.
Weather-forecasting indicates that Konkan and Goa, coastal regions of India, are expected to experience heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and gusty winds, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts in these areas.
The weather-forecasting for coastal Karnataka predicts widespread light to moderate rainfall with occasional heavy showers and strong westerly winds, with wind speeds around 40-50 km/h.
