The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued its
All India Weather Forecast Bulletin for 9 October 2025, providing a detailed outlook for rainfall, temperature, wind patterns, and agromet advisories across the country for the next few days. The bulletin highlights the continuing influence of the remnants of Cyclone Shakthi in the Arabian Sea, the gradual withdrawal of the southwest monsoon from several Indian states, and region-specific rainfall and temperature trends that are expected over the next few days.
As per the IMD bulletin, while the cyclone has lost its intensity, its influence continues to affect coastal weather patterns, especially in the south and southeast of the country. A trough stretches from south Odisha all the way down to the southern tip of India (Comorin area), affecting coastal Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema, and Tamil Nadu with heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. At the same time, cyclonic circulations continue over south Bangladesh, the Comorin region, north Kerala, and central Assam, bringing rain and wind to these areas. Residents and travellers are advised to remain cautious.
Because of these systems, there’s a continued rainfall in south India and parts of east and northeast India, whereas, the northwest and central India are starting to experience dry conditions. Also, we can expect further withdrawal of the southwest monsoon from remaining areas in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Maharashtra within 24 hours.
As per IMD reports, South India remains under the direct influence of the residual cyclonic activity, and light to moderate rainfall or thunderstorms at many places is to be expected until October 14, 2025. Several regions like coastal areas of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, south interior Karnataka, coastal areas in Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, Rayalaseema, parts of Kerala and Mahe are expected to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall in the coming days. October 10-14 may see a lot of rainfall in these regions.
In addition to rainfall, strong surface winds ranging from 30 to 40 kmph are forecast along coastal Andhra Pradesh. Squally weather with wind speeds of 35–55 kmph may affect Karnataka and Kerala coasts, Lakshadweep, Gulf of Mannar, and the west-central Arabian Sea. In these weather conditions it is not safe to venture out into the sea, so fishing activities and shipping operations should be done with caution. Refrain if not necessary.
In Odisha, the bulletin forecasts light to moderate rain or thunderstorms with isolated heavy showers till October 12. Other eastern states, including Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal, are expected to receive only isolated or scattered rainfall, and the overall intensity of precipitation is predicted to be low. So relatively calm weather for these regions.
The northeast India is continuing to be influenced by lingering cyclonic circulations and monsoon troughs. Northeastern states like Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura are expected to see light to moderate rainfall, with isolated heavy rainfall on October 10. Here’s something good: After what seems like forever for residents of these areas, after this period, rainfall activity is predicted to decrease, turning scattered or isolated. Drier conditions are not too far away.
In central and northern regions, most parts of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Vidarbha are expected to remain predominantly dry. Similarly, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Gujarat are forecast to experience dry weather as the southwest monsoon continues to withdraw. This monsoon withdrawal is expected to bring cooler temperatures and clearer skies in the weeks ahead.
With all these rainfall and thunderstorms, however heavy or sparse, one thing is clear, the temperatures in some places in the country have eased up a lot from the hot scorching conditions. Take for instance Delhi NCR and adjoining places. Up in the north, the lowest minimum temperature recorded was 11.2 degrees Celsius at Una in Himachal Pradesh, while the highest maximum temperature reached 38 degrees Celsius at Basti in Uttar Pradesh.
The IMD has urged residents, travelers, and local authorities in rainfall-prone regions to remain vigilant. Coastal areas in south India may experience localized flooding, waterlogging, and disruption to normal transport due to heavy rainfall and strong winds. Citizens are advised to follow local government advisories, and avoid non-essential travel during thunderstorms.
Meanwhile, the dry northern and central regions will see clear skies and favorable conditions for outdoor activities, but continued monitoring of temperature trends is advised.
A quick recap: the south remains wet with persistent rainfall and gusty winds, the northeast and east see a declining trend in precipitation, and central and northern regions are largely dry as the monsoon withdrawal progresses steadily. Farmers, coastal dwellers, and travellers are urged to follow official advisories. The coming week is expected to witness gradual stabilisation of weather patterns, with south India continuing to receive intermittent rainfall and north and central India entering post-monsoon conditions.
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