Heavy rains are currently affecting Tamil Nadu, with an orange alert issued for Chennai and several northern coastal districts. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall due to a strengthening low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal. This has led to severe waterlogging, flooding, and disruption of normal life in Chennai and nearby areas like Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, and Kancheepuram.
Several districts including Chennai, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur, Kanchipuram, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, and Tiruvarur are under the orange alert with expectations of heavy rains persisting today. Authorities have closed schools in these regions as a precaution and warned residents to avoid unnecessary travel. Fishermen are advised against venturing into the sea due to squally winds and rough marine conditions.
This heavy rainfall is part of an active northeast monsoon phase, expected to continue over the next few days, impacting the northeast, delta, and coastal districts of Tamil Nadu with intermittent heavy showers and thunderstorms.
Is Tomorrow a Holiday for Schools in Chennai?
Many districts in Tamil Nadu might see schools stay closed tomorrow, November 18, because of rain. Forecasts expect heavy to very heavy rainfall in places like Thiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Chennai, Chengalpattu, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Thiruvarur, and Karaikal. These areas could get 100 to 150 mm of rain. School holiday is likely in these districts.
Some districts will see moderate to heavy rainfall. Kanyakumari, Virudhunagar, Tenkasi, Ramanathapuram, Sivagangai, Madurai, Dindigul, Theni, Thanjavur, Coimbatore, Nilgiris, Karur, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Villupuram, Ranipet, Chennai, Chengalpattu, Thiruvannamalai, Puducherry, Kallakkurichi, and Cuddalore could see 50 to 100 mm rain. School closures are expected here too, depending on the weather situation and local alerts.
Chennai is on the list for possible school closures, along with a yellow alert for heavy rain. Authorities are closely watching the rainfall. If rain gets worse, they may declare a holiday for all schools by tonight or early morning.
Parents and students in all mentioned districts should be ready for last-minute updates. Check for news and official messages. If your area faces flooding or roads are blocked, school will likely remain closed.
Right now, schools in Chennai and affected districts are expected to be closed on November 18. Final confirmation will depend on rain intensity overnight.
Schools Open in Other States
States such as Delhi, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Odisha are not affected by weather disruptions, and schools there will operate normally on November 18. Only Tamil Nadu districts experiencing severe rainfall have made official announcements regarding school holidays.
Disclaimer
This update is based on the latest weather and school closure reports as of November 2025. School closures are subject to last-minute changes depending on rainfall intensity and local conditions. For the most accurate and timely information, always refer to official announcements from local authorities and educational institutions.
