Sudden showers in Vellore, a nearby district

On Wednesday, Vellore recorded a day temperature of 32.9 degrees Celsius due to rain. | Photo credit: VENKATACHALAPATHY_C

Sudden showers in many parts of Vellore city including Chennai – Benguluru highway (NH 48) and neighboring major towns like Ambur, Vaniyambadi, Arani, Gudiyatham, Jawadhu Hills, Chengam, Polur and Tirupattur town brought relief from the heat on Wednesday.

Due to rain, the day temperature recorded for Vellore on Wednesday was 32.9 degrees Celsius.

Low-lying areas like Sampath Nagar and Kansalpet in Vellore city were waterlogged. Unscheduled power outages were reported in these districts as showers with strong winds prevailed in many areas. “The sudden downpour and overcast skies were pleasant as the cool weather helped reduce the heat in the region. It also helps in raising the ground water in the city,” said G. Suman, a resident.

Of the seven taluks in Ranipet district, areas like Arcot, Walajah, Arakkonam and Sholinghur were affected by light rain. In Tirupattur, towns like Vaniyambadi, Ambur, Natrampalli and Alangayam received sudden downpours.

Heavy rain damaged Tangedco masts and strong winds uprooted trees in these areas on Wednesday. WRD officials said the flow of water into the Palar river has been increasing steadily. It would help recharge ground water within a radius of three km on both sides of the river and benefit about 35 farming villages.

Published – 14 Oct 2026 23:39 IST