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More Rain on Its Way? Satellite Spots Developing System in Arabian Sea
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What Happened?
A low-pressure system in the Arabian Sea may intensify into a depression within 24 hours, but it is not expected to impact India. The system is projected to move towards Somalia.
Key points
- The low-pressure area was observed over the southwest Arabian Sea as of 5:30 am IST on October 19, 2026.
- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts that the system could strengthen into a depression within 24 hours.
- The system is expected to move east-northeast initially and then recurving northwest towards Somalia.
- Wind speeds of 35-45 km/h, gusting to 55 km/h, are expected over the southwest Arabian Sea.
- Conditions are forecast to become rougher, with winds reaching 40-50 km/h until October 23.
Key insights
- The projected movement towards Somalia means India is unlikely to experience significant weather changes.
- Squally weather conditions may pose risks to fishing vessels operating in the Arabian Sea.
Why it matters
The development of this weather system could affect maritime operations in the Arabian Sea.
Source
India Today
