The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather warning for parts of eastern and southeastern India and has forecast extremely heavy rainfall in Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Telangana in the last week of October 2026. A cyclonic storm is expected to develop and intensify over the west-central Bay of Bengal by October 26.
The developing weather system will bring heavy rainfall to many areas over the next few days, and Coastal Andhra Pradesh will also experience very heavy rainfall on October 27 and 28. Odisha and Telangana are also expected to receive extremely heavy rainfall on October 28, and Odisha will receive heavy to very heavy rainfall on October 27 and 29.
The likelihood of cyclonic storm development in the Bay of Bengal is the reason behind the new weather warning. Weather systems over the Bay can lead to rain in coastal and inland areas depending on their movement, intensity and interaction with the atmosphere around them.
If the system develops and grows as expected, heavier rain will be expected in parts of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Telangana. But not every place in these states will experience the same amount of rain, the forecast says. The IMD warning warns that very heavy rain may be concentrated in some places in the state.
Coastal Andhra Pradesh is one of the regions that is most susceptible to heavy rains on October 27 and 28. The forecast indicates isolated extremely heavy rainfall on both days, which could lead to temporary waterlogging, difficult road conditions and disruptions to normal activities in affected areas.
Coastal areas should be closely monitored, and weather bulletins should be sent during the development of the weather system. Residents, commuters, farmers and those working outside should take local precautions where heavy rains are forecast. The exact locations likely to receive the heaviest rainfall will depend on further developments and more detailed forecasts issued by the meteorological department.
Odisha is expected to be subject to a prolonged period of rainfall with this weather system. The IMD forecast has isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall on October 27 and extremely heavy rainfall on October 28. Heavy to very heavy rainfall may continue in isolated areas on October 29.
⚠️ IMD Weather Warning ! Under the influence of the likely formation and further intensification of a Cyclonic Storm over the Westcentral Bay of Bengal by 26th October, isolated extremely heavy rainfall is likely over Coastal Andhra Pradesh on 27th & 28th October, and over Odisha and Telangana on 28th October. Isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall is also likely over Odisha on 27th & 29th October, 2026. Stay alert and follow official weather updates. #WeatherAlert #HeavyRainfall #CyclonicStorm #IMD #AndhraPradesh #Odisha #Telangana #WeatherUpdate @moesgoi @airnewsalerts @DDNational @ndmaindia
— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) October 24, 2026
This three-day period could create challenging conditions for those in regions experiencing persistent or intense precipitation, with possible impacts including water accumulation on roads, localised flooding in low-lying areas, slower transport and disruption to outdoor activities. People should remain alert to changing local conditions and take any official advice issued by the state and disaster management officials very seriously.
Telangana is also included in the warning, with isolated extremely heavy rainfall likely on October 28. While this forecast indicates a certain day for the most severe rainfall risk, weather conditions can change as the system evolves. Rain over inland areas can impact traffic, drainage and daily life, particularly in areas where water collects quickly or visibility is poor.
People who are planning to travel or do outdoor work should check the latest weather information prior to leaving and avoid crossing flooded roads or flowing water. Farmers and others whose work depends on weather conditions should also follow local advice and not just rely on an earlier forecast.
As the cyclonic system approaches, residents in the three states should keep track of the official IMD bulletins and instructions from local authorities. Basic precautions include securing loose objects outdoors, avoiding unnecessary travel through waterlogged areas, keeping away from flooded underpasses and not attempting to cross swollen streams. People in vulnerable locations should follow evacuation or safety instructions if authorities issue them.
These are general precautions for periods of intense rainfall and do not replace any specific official guidance. The IMD forecast is subject to updates as the system develops, and its movement, intensity and rainfall distribution may become clearer closer to the expected dates. Residents should therefore watch for revised warnings, including any changes to the affected areas or timing.
The latest warning highlights the need for preparedness across Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Telangana between October 27 and 29. The main concern is isolated extremely heavy rainfall in Coastal Andhra Pradesh on October 27 and 28, and in Odisha and Telangana on October 28, alongside additional heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in Odisha on October 27 and 29. People in these potentially affected areas need to stay updated with official weather updates and take appropriate precautions as the Bay of Bengal weather system develops.
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