Sri Vijaya Puram | September 21, 2026
Heavy rainfall is very likely at one or two places over the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, with thunderstorms, gusty winds and lightning also expected during the coming days.
Heavy rainfall in the range of 7 to 11 cm is likely at one or two places over the islands on September 21. Thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds of 40–50 kmph and lightning are also likely at one or two places on September 21.
Similar thunderstorm activity, with gusty winds of 40–50 kmph and lightning, is forecast at one or two places over the A&N Islands on September 22, 23 and 24.
Squally weather is also expected to prevail along and off the A&N coasts from September 21 to 24, with wind speeds reaching 40–50 kmph and occasionally gusting up to 60 kmph.
In view of the expected weather and sea conditions, fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea along and off the A&N coasts from September 21 to 24.
A Swell Surge Alert has also been issued for the A&N coasts. Swell waves with a period of 16–18 seconds and wave heights of 1.3–1.5 metres have been forecast up to 5:30 PM on September 21.
People engaged in boating and recreational activities have been advised to exercise due caution in view of the possibility of surging waves, while boats have been advised to ply with utmost vigilance.
