Bhubaneswar: A low-pressure area is expected to form over the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal off the south Odisha and north Andhra Pradesh coasts within the next 12 hours.
This system is likely to move west-northwestwards and intensify into a depression over the subsequent 24 hours. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the low-pressure system is predicted to cross the south Odisha-north Andhra Pradesh coasts around the early morning of August 19, 2025.
The IMD has forecasted heavy rainfall and thunderstorms at isolated places across Andhra Pradesh for the next seven days, until August 19. Specifically, South Coastal Andhra Pradesh is expected to experience extremely heavy rainfall on August 18. North Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, and Rayalaseema are also likely to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall during this period.
Residents in the affected areas can expect strong surface winds, thunderstorms, and lightning. The IMD has advised people to take necessary precautions and stay informed about the latest weather updates.
In Amaravathi, Andhra Pradesh, the current weather forecast indicates overcast conditions with rain showers and a high temperature of around 30°C. The chance of rain is 70%, with precipitation expected in the next 24 hours
