Bengaluru: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather warning for Karnataka, forecasting thunderstorms, lightning, strong winds and heavy rain in several parts of the state till August 24.

Coastal districts likely to receive rain

In coastal Karnataka, Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Uttara Kannada are expected to receive moderate rainfall at several places, accompanied by winds reaching speeds of around 30 to 40 kmph.

Similar conditions, including moderate rainfall and strong winds, are expected in parts of north interior Karnataka.

Bengaluru to remain cloudy

According to the Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC), Bengaluru is likely to experience generally cloudy weather, with moderate rain in some areas and winds of 30 to 40 kmph.

The city is expected to record a maximum temperature of around 30°C and a minimum of 21°C. Bengaluru received 3.1 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours preceding the observation, while relative humidity stood at 85% at 8.30 am.

Good rainfall reported in Malnad

The Malnad region, particularly the ghat areas of Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, Shivamogga and Hassan, has received good rainfall. Water levels have also been rising in some rivers, streams and other water bodies.

Despite the recent rainfall, Karnataka has recorded a significant monsoon deficit. From June 1 until August 21, the state received around 431 mm of rainfall against the normal 623 mm, resulting in a 31% overall deficit.

Monsoon activity is expected to become more active over coastal and some interior parts of Karnataka in the coming days.

Intermittent rain likely in Dakshina Kannada

Dakshina Kannada is expected to see sunny and cloudy conditions, with one or two spells of normal rainfall.

As cloud movement is from northwest to southeast, intermittent rainfall is likely in Sullia and Kadaba taluks.

In Kasaragod, sunny conditions with partly cloudy skies and one or two spells of normal rainfall are forecast. Around Hebri and Karkala in Udupi district, cloudy weather with one or two spells of normal rainfall is expected.

Residents in areas likely to experience thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds are advised to remain cautious during periods of severe weather.