Cyclone Senyar: IMD issues heavy rain warning for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry & Andhra

In its latest update, the IMD took to X to inform, "Cyclonic Storm "Senyar" [Pronunciation: 'Sen-yar'] weakened into a deep depression over the Strait of Malacca The cyclonic storm *Senyar" [Pronunciation: 'Sen-yar'] overcoastal areas of Northeast Indonesia and adjoining strait of Malacca moved east-southeastwards with a speed of 13 kmph in past 6 hours, weakened into deep depression and lay centred at 0530 hours IST of today, the 27th November 2025 near latitude 3.7°N and longitude 99.2°E over the Strait of Malacca, about 280 km east-southeastof Kuta Makmur (Indonesia), 230 km south-southwest of George Town (Malaysia), 790km southeast of Nancowry (Nicobar Islands) and 930 km southeast of Car Nicobar(Nicobar Islands). It is very likely to move nearly eastwards and weaken further intoa Depression by 27th afternoon/evening."

Heavy rainfall has been forecast for many states, including:

• Andaman & Nicobar Islands

• Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

• Kerala

• Coastal Andhra Pradesh

Cyclone Senyar was located near the Strait of Malacca at 5°N, 98°E with wind speeds of 70-90 kmph as of November 26 and while it has no direct impact on India, its presence and the parallel low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal are still significant. The low-pressure system is expected to bring heavy rainfall to the southern Indian states of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh. While it is expected to weaken gradually as it moves west, its atmospheric signature extends far beyond its immediate track.

With a well-marked low-pressure area over the southwest Bay of Bengal deepening, the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has maintained its forecast of heavy rains over south Tamil Nadu and the delta districts and intense rains likely to spread to north Tamil Nadu towards the weekend.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai, Tamil Nadu is gearing up for heavy rainfall this weekend, with a well-marked low-pressure system over the southwest Bay of Bengal intensifying as it moves toward the state’s northern coast.

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Cyclone Senyar tracker live: Where is it now? IMD releases latest update

In a post on X, the IMD said, “The #cyclonic_storm #Senyar [Pronunciation: ‘Sen-yar’] over Strait of Malacca and adjoining Northeast Indonesia moved west-southwestwards with a speed of 13 kmph in past 6 hours and crossed Indonesia coast near 4.9°N between 0730-0830 hours IST with wind speed of 70-80 kmph gusting to 90kmph, and lay centered at 0830 hours IST of today, the 26th November, 2025 over coastal areas of northeast Indonesia.”

“It is very likely to continue to move west-southwestwards and maintain the intensity of cyclonic storm till 27th early morning. Thereafter, it is very likely to recurve eastwards with gradual weakening during subsequent 24 hours,” it added.

Cyclone Senyar, which formed over the Strait of Malacca and surrounding areas near northeast Indonesia, made landfall on Wednesday morning, bringing strong winds and turbulent weather. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the cyclone crossed the Indonesian coast with sustained winds of 70–80 kmph and gusts reaching up to 90 kmph.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has confirmed that Odisha is likely to experience a dry spell with no significant rainfall over the next seven days, despite the formation of two weather systems over the Bay of Bengal. Dry weather is expected to prevail across Odisha for the rest of the week, with no rain warning issued until at least December 1.

Cyclone Senyar tracker live: Cyclonic storm crosses Indonesian coast at 13 kmph

In a post on X, IMD informed that Cyclone Senyar over the Strait of Malacca and adjoining Northeast Indonesia moved west-southwestwards with a speed of 13 kmph in the past 6 hours and crossed the Indonesian coast between 07:30-08:30 IST. It lay centred over coastal areas of northeast Indonesia at 8:30 am on Wednesday.

Over the coming days, the west-northwest–moving system is forecast to bring widespread rainfall to several southern states, including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep, coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam. In Tamil Nadu, districts such as Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, Ramanathapuram and Nagapattinam have already witnessed flooding following the heavy downpours recorded on Monday and Tuesday.

The Andaman & Nicobar Islands are expected to face heavy to very heavy rainfall (105–204 mm in 24 hours) between 23-28 November. Wind speeds in the islands are forecast at 35–45 km/h, with gusts up to ~55 km/h through Sunday, and potentially reaching ~65 km/h by 25 November.

Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the Andaman Sea and the southwest Bay of Bengal because of strong winds and rough sea conditions. The IMD has also extended this advisory for the southeast Bay of Bengal until November 28. Local authorities in the islands are monitoring the situation closely, especially in low-lying areas. Residents have been urged to follow daily weather bulletins for updates on sea conditions, wind speeds and rainfall.

The low-pressure system positioned over the Strait of Malacca and near Malaysia in the Bay of Bengal intensified into a depression on Tuesday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. According to the IMD, the system is expected to develop into a cyclonic storm by Wednesday afternoon. By Tuesday evening, it had tracked almost directly westward.

Cyclone Senyar tracker live: Where is it now? IMD releases latest update

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Thursday morning that cyclonic storm, named “Senyar,” has developed over the Strait of Malacca near northeast Indonesia.

A low-pressure area over the Strait of Malacca and the adjoining South Andaman Sea is likely to strengthen into a cyclone over the Bay of Bengal around November 26. With the system intensifying, the IMD has forecast widespread heavy to very heavy rainfall across several southern and coastal states.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands due to a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal. Heavy to very heavy rainfall (07-20 cm) is very likely to occur at one or two places in Nicobar Island and heavy rainfall (07-11 cm) is also expected in Andaman Island.

Chennai is bracing for a period of intense rainfall and potential disruption as a fresh weather system building near Sri Lanka is forecast to intensify into a cyclonic storm. The IMD has issued an orange alert for Chennai on November 29, signalling a forecast of heavy to very heavy rainfall. The agency predicts the system will move north-northwest, developing into a well-marked low on November 26 and a depression by November 27.

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands continue to face the earliest and most intense impact, already experiencing heavy to very heavy rain and strengthening winds. Rainfall is expected to persist through the week, with gusts likely to reach 55–65 km/hr, increasing the risk of rough sea conditions and local flooding.

In Tamil Nadu, several districts have announced school closures due to persistent heavy rainfall. The IMD indicates light to moderate rain is expected at many locations across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal, with thunderstorms and lightning possible in isolated areas.