# Weather anomalies and drought in Karnataka

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/weather-anomalies-and-drought-in-karnataka
> Updated: 2026-10-15T04:51:22.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Districts in Karnataka are experiencing severe weather anomalies characterized by significant rainfall deficits and water shortages.

In Tumakuru, all taluks have been declared drought-stricken following a 47 percent deficit in southwest monsoon rainfall. To mitigate the crisis, the government has allocated 15 crore rupees for drinking water infrastructure and borewell projects. While 4.2 TMC of water was released from the Hemavathi Reservoir, the lack of rain has negatively impacted ragi cultivation.

In Uttara Kannada, rainfall in coastal areas like Bhatkal is projected to fall below half of typical annual levels, threatening dam inflows, agriculture, and livestock. The region is also facing extreme temperature fluctuations, with Honnavar recording a maximum temperature of 36.8°C, matching an October record from 1957.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-15: Uttara Kannada faces rainfall deficit and record heat

Uttara Kannada faces a dual weather crisis as Bhatkal suffers a severe rainfall deficit affecting water supplies and crops, while Honnavar matches a 1957 October temperature record.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uttara-kannada-faces-rainfall-deficit-and-record-heat

### 2026-09-30: Tumakuru declared drought-stricken amid significant rainfall deficit

Tumakuru district in Karnataka has declared all taluks drought-stricken after a 47% monsoon rainfall deficit, prompting government emergency funding for borewells and water infrastructure.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tumakuru-declared-drought-stricken-amid-significant-rainfall-deficit

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