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Heavy rain alert in Tamil Nadu as southwest monsoon nears; 16 districts under watch
Updated On: 31 May, 2026 09:24 PM IST | Chennai | mid-day online correspondent
According to the weather department, a cyclonic circulation over the southeast Arabian Sea and adjoining south Kerala is helping create conditions suitable for the arrival of the Southwest Monsoon

Rainfall activity is expected to reduce slightly on June 5 and 6. Representational Pic/File
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai has forecast widespread rainfall across Tamil Nadu over the next five days, with several districts expected to receive heavy rain as conditions become favourable for the onset of the Southwest Monsoon, reported the IANS.
Weather officials said the monsoon is likely to advance into Kerala within the next three to four days.
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