Weather in Kerala: Heavy to very heavy rainfall forecasted in the state

Kerala, being a coastal state, receives very heavy rainfall in monsoons every year. Going by the prevailing weather conditions in the southern state, even this year’s monsoon is no different.
According to weather reports, Kerala received heavy rains on Thursday. As per the forecast made by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), the state will receive heavy to very heavy rains in the coming days. In fact, private weather forecasters have predicted very heavy rainfall in Kerala till July 22 due to the low-pressure area over the northern Bay of Bengal. Possibly, the heavy rain may cause flooding in five districts of the state namely Punnalur, Thrissur, Alappuzha, Kozhikode and Wayanad.

Meanwhile, as a precaution, the government authorities have issued safety alert in all the five districts. The state of the sea has been forecasted to be rough, owing to the influence exercised by the weather conditions.

Therefore, even the fishing community has been warned to keep away from the sea.

Reportedly, the southern half of Kerala may receive heavy rainfall, including Kollam, Thiruvananthapuram, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Kochi, and Thrissur. Then after, rains are predicted to move northwards to Palakkad, Mallapuram, Kozhikode, Kasaragod, Wayanad, and Kannur.

Monsoon is also an ideal season to enjoy exploring Kerala. The vegetation and natural surroundings of God’s Own Country turn all the more alive when it rains. However, going by the current weather situation, tourists are advised to postpone their travel plans until heavy rains subside.