Weather Today, 5 October: Monsoon Withdraws, but IMD Warns of Rain in Kerala, Odisha and Delhi-NCR This Week
Monsoon on the Way Out
The southwest monsoon is continuing its withdrawal from several states, even as the southern, eastern and north-eastern regions brace for heavy showers and gusty winds.
South India
Rain is expected on 5 October across Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, with lighter showers in parts of Karnataka and Goa. Kerala and Mahe remain under a widespread rainfall alert through 7 October, with isolated heavy downpours on 5 and 6 October.
North and Central India
Delhi-NCR is likely to stay dry and sunny on 5 October, with warm, humid afternoons in Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Haryana. Rain is possible in Delhi-NCR from 6 to 8 October.
Staying Safe
Avoid unnecessary travel during heavy spells, stay away from waterlogged roads and follow local IMD bulletins.
Sourced from IMD forecasts via The Week and India.com, 5 October 2026.
