The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts heavy rain across Tamil Nadu until October 19, 2025 . Because of this, some districts might see school holidays on October 17, 2025 . However, no official announcement for a holiday on October 17 has been made yet for any district. On October 16, 2025 , schools were closed in Tenkasi , Tirunelveli , and Thoothukudi due to rain alerts.
Heavy Rain Forecast Across Tamil Nadu
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) in Chennai has issued warnings for heavy rain. The South-West monsoon is now ending. The North-East monsoon is beginning, which will bring more rain to the state. This rain forecast is valid until October 19, 2025 .
For October 17, 2025 , the IMD expects light to moderate rainfall in most districts. Some areas may also experience heavy rain and thunderstorms.
School Holidays on October 16, 2025
Due to the IMD's earlier alert, three districts had declared school holidays for October 16, 2025 . Schools were closed in these areas:
- Tenkasi
- Tirunelveli (also known as Nellai)
- Thoothukudi
Residents in these districts were asked to take necessary safety steps. Parts of Tirunelveli have already reported waterlogging, meaning water has collected in streets and low-lying areas.
IMD Alerts for October 17, 2025
The IMD has issued different alert levels for various districts for October 17, 2025 . These alerts help people understand the expected rain intensity.
Orange Alert Districts
An Orange Alert means districts can expect heavy to very heavy rain, along with thunderstorms. Strong winds are also likely, with speeds possibly reaching 30-40 km/h . The districts under an Orange Alert are:
- Kanyakumari
- Thoothukudi
- Ramanathapuram
- Shivagangai
- Virudhunagar
- Madurai
Yellow Alert Districts
A Yellow Alert means districts can expect heavy rainfall, strong winds on the surface, and thunderstorms. The districts under a Yellow Alert include:
- Coimbatore
- Nilgiris
- Erode
- Thiruppur
- Dindigul
- Pudukkottai
- Thanjavur
- Nagapattinam
- Thiruvarur
- Tenkasi
- Thirunelveli
No Official Holiday for October 17 Yet
As of now, no district in Tamil Nadu has officially announced a school holiday for October 17, 2025 .
District Collectors are the officials who decide whether schools should close. They look at the local weather conditions and rain warnings. They will issue an official statement if a holiday is declared for their district.
Until an official announcement is made, schools are expected to remain open. Students and parents should not believe unconfirmed news or rumours.
What Students and Parents Should Do
Students and parents must check official sources for the latest updates on school holidays. This includes:
- Official school websites
- Local news channels
- Announcements from the District Collector's office
It is important to follow all safety advice from local authorities during periods of heavy rain. Stay safe and be prepared.
