Bengaluru is likely to experience thunderstorms, rain and gusty winds over October 16 and 17, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), with moderate rainfall expected at most places across Bengaluru Urban and Bengaluru Rural districts on Friday. The forecast also points to heavy rain and thunderstorms in parts of Karnataka over the next two days, with winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph in several districts. Residents of Bengaluru and surrounding areas should remain alert to changing weather conditions as rain activity continues across South Interior Karnataka.