The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted light to moderate showers in Bengaluru and the rest of Karnataka for the next five days. This precipitation is attributed to a cyclonic circulation in the Arabian Sea off the Kerala coast, coupled with the northern movement of Cyclone Remal in the central Bay of Bengal.

Rainfall Expectations:

  • Light showers anticipated for the next five days.
  • Average temperatures to range between a maximum of 32°C and a minimum of 24°C in Bengaluru.

Impact on Karnataka:

  • Light thunderstorms expected across Karnataka, particularly in Bengaluru and interior parts of North and South Karnataka.
  • Moderate to heavy rainfall forecasted for Kodagu, Mysuru, Mandya, and Chitradurga in the coming week.

Monsoon Arrival:

  • Southwest winds forecasted to bring the monsoon to Karnataka by June 5.
  • IMD predicts the southwest monsoon will enter the state by the first week of June.

Weather Trends:

  • Bengaluru experienced its longest dry spell for six months before recent rains.
  • Bengaluru Urban witnessed a 96% departure from normal rainfall between May 16 and May 22.
  • Extreme weather attributed to the El Nino effect and global warming.