Cyclone Tracker India
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
RainViewer shows storm tracks on one map for India's east coast and west coast.
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
Current cyclones near India
India has a long east coast on the Bay of Bengal and a west coast on the Arabian Sea. Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu are among the states on the east coast. This list names each active tropical storm or cyclone near India, with its category and status, and each storm links to its own tracker page.
No active tropical storm or cyclone is listed near India.
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How RainViewer shows storms
The India Meteorological Department publishes the official weather warnings and storm information for India. The Storm Tracks layer on the RainViewer map shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer does not replace official warnings.
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When is cyclone season in India?
Cyclone season in India has two parts. Cyclones form from March to June, before the summer monsoon, and from October to December, after it. The peaks come in May and November, according to the India Meteorological Department.
A cyclone starts as a cluster of thunderstorms over warm ocean water. Warm, moist air rises from the sea surface. The air pressure near the surface drops, and more air flows in. The rotation of the Earth makes this air spin, counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere. Weak winds high in the atmosphere let the system organize. A system with a closed circulation is called a tropical depression. It becomes a tropical storm when its winds strengthen, and the India Meteorological Department gives it a name. It becomes a cyclone when its winds reach cyclone strength.
Sea temperatures around India are warm before and after the summer monsoon. These are the two periods of the most storm activity. Cyclones often form over the warm water of the Bay of Bengal. Cyclones reach the east coast from the Bay of Bengal. Fewer cyclones reach the west coast from the Arabian Sea.
Storms by state in India
India has its own cyclone tracker pages for West Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and more. Choose a state to see current and past storms there.
Cyclone Strength, From Depression To Super Cyclone
Depression (31–49 km/h)
A low-pressure area with organized rain. No name yet.
Deep Depression (50–61 km/h)
Heavy rain over a wide area, rough seas.
Cyclonic Storm (62–88 km/h)
The storm gets a name. Downed branches, flooding in low areas.
Severe Cyclonic Storm (89–117 km/h)
Damage to thatched roofs and power lines, coastal flooding.
Very Severe Cyclonic Storm (118–166 km/h)
Roof damage to buildings, uprooted trees, storm surge on exposed coasts.
Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm (167–221 km/h)
Serious structural damage, communication and power lines down over a wide area.
Super Cyclonic Storm (222 km/h or higher)
Widespread destruction and major storm surge along the coast.
FAQ
Where can I see current cyclones near India?
The cyclone tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near India, and the list under the map names each active storm near India. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near India are listed further down the page.
When is cyclone season in India, and which months are busiest?
Cyclone season in India has two parts, from March to June before the summer monsoon and from October to December after it, according to the India Meteorological Department. The peaks come in May and November. Cyclones reach the east coast from the Bay of Bengal. Fewer cyclones reach the west coast from the Arabian Sea.
Which official source issues cyclone warnings for India?
The India Meteorological Department publishes the official weather warnings for India, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) publishes forecasts and advisories for every active storm in the North Indian Ocean basin. RainViewer shows storm tracks on a map and does not replace official warnings. The IMD is the source for official basin forecasts.
What does the forecast cone show on the India map?
The forecast cone on the RainViewer map shows the probable track of the center of a storm during the forecast period. The cone does not show how far wind, rain, or storm surge reach from the center, so areas outside the cone can still have storm effects. The cone is part of the Storm Tracks layer, together with the current position, the past path, and the forecast path.
Where can I see rain radar for India?
RainViewer shows rain radar for India, and the India weather radar page lists radar coverage and links to city radar pages. RainViewer updates radar every 5 minutes. Radar shows rain inside a storm. The Storm Tracks layer shows where the storm is moving.
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