Mangaluru: Coastal Karnataka witnessed moderate rainfall on Saturday, with intermittent showers reported across several parts of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts. The rainfall brought brief relief from the prevailing weather conditions, although the intensity varied considerably between locations.
In Dakshina Kannada, rain was reported from Mangaluru, Puttur, Bantwal, Sullia, Kadaba, Ullal and Subrahmanya. Several other parts of the coastal belt also received showers during the day. The weather remained largely cloudy in some areas, while rainfall was intermittent rather than continuous.
Udupi district too experienced moderate rainfall at several locations. Light showers were reported during the morning hours in parts of the district, after which the weather turned sunny. The alternating pattern of rain and sunshine was observed in different parts of the coastal region.
According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast, rainfall is likely to continue in some parts of coastal Karnataka over the next two days. Residents in areas that have been receiving intermittent showers have been advised to remain alert to local weather developments.
Subrahmanya and Siddapur record highest rainfall
The highest rainfall in the state during the 24-hour period ending at 8.30 am on Saturday was recorded at Subrahmanya and Siddapur. Both locations received 5 cm of rainfall, according to the available rainfall data.
Subrahmanya, located in the Western Ghats region of Dakshina Kannada, has continued to feature among the locations receiving significant rainfall during the monsoon. The surrounding hilly terrain often records higher rainfall compared with several other parts of the district.
Siddapur also recorded 5 cm during the same observation period. The rainfall figures indicate that the western parts of Karnataka continued to receive showers even as the intensity remained moderate across much of the coastal belt.
Bantwal and Agumbe receive 4 cm
Bantwal in Dakshina Kannada recorded 4 cm of rainfall during the 24-hour period. The rainfall adds to the wet conditions experienced in parts of the district during the ongoing monsoon season.
Agumbe, one of Karnataka’s well-known high-rainfall locations in the Western Ghats, also recorded 4 cm. The location regularly receives substantial rainfall because of its geographical position and proximity to the Western Ghats.
Several other locations recorded rainfall between 3 cm and 2 cm during the same period.
Several coastal locations receive showers
Gerusoppa, Dharmasthala, Kollur, Manki and Bhagamandala recorded 3 cm of rainfall each.
The locations recording 2 cm included Sullia, Udupi, Kumta, Mani, Kota, Sringeri and Talaguppa. The rainfall distribution shows that showers were not restricted to one particular part of the coastal belt, with locations across Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and neighbouring Western Ghats areas receiving rain.
Among the locations recording 1 cm were Bajpe, Ankola, Nilkund, Gokarna, Beltangady, Puttur, Brahmavar, Sirsi, Karkala, Bellur, Napoklu, Tyagarthi and Nanjangud.
The figures represent rainfall measured during the 24-hour observation period ending at 8.30 am and therefore do not necessarily reflect showers that occurred later on Saturday.
IMD forecasts more rain over coastal areas
The IMD forecast indicates that some parts of coastal Karnataka could continue to receive rainfall over the next two days. With intermittent showers already being reported, weather conditions are expected to remain variable across Dakshina Kannada and Udupi.
The forecast is particularly relevant for residents in low-lying areas and locations that have experienced waterlogging during periods of heavier rainfall. Motorists travelling through hilly and rural stretches may also need to exercise caution if rainfall intensifies.
Farmers and residents in the coastal districts are closely watching the rainfall pattern as the monsoon progresses. While moderate showers can support agricultural activities and replenish local water sources, prolonged or intense rainfall can increase the risk of waterlogging, slippery roads and localised disruptions.
For now, the rainfall across the region remains largely moderate and intermittent. With more showers forecast in the coming days, residents can expect continued fluctuations between rainy and sunny conditions across coastal Karnataka.