Chennai, Jan 19 || The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday announced the formal withdrawal of the Northeast Monsoon from Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, and adjoining parts of South India, marking the end of the primary rainy season for the region.
According to an official statement issued by the India Meteorological Department, dry weather conditions are likely to prevail across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal from Monday until January 21.
During this period, early morning fog or mist may occur at one or two isolated places, particularly during the pre-dawn hours, potentially affecting visibility in low-lying and inland areas.
The Weather Department has indicated that there will be little to no significant change in minimum temperatures across the region during this phase.
However, night temperatures are expected to remain near normal or slightly below normal levels, bringing relatively cooler conditions during the early mornings and late evenings.