November 19 School Holiday or not?

Given the variations in weather conditions across the country, parents and students are eager to know whether schools will function normally or remain closed on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. Heavy rainfall warnings in a few states, especially Tamil Nadu, have raised safety concerns. Simultaneously, several states are expected to maintain routine schooling.

Following is a detailed update on school holidays and reopening decisions for various states, considering the latest weather alerts and advisories issued by respective state governments.

Tamil Nadu: Schools may be closed in rain-hit districts

Tamil Nadu continues to be the most weather-affected state for November 19. The IMD has issued warnings of heavy to very heavy rainfall in several districts:

• Tirunelveli
• Kanyakumari
• Thoothukudi
• Ramanathapuram
• Sivaganga
• Virudhunagar
• Tenkasi
• Theni

Local authorities continue to monitor the situation. Holiday in schools will be declared on the basis of rain intensity in the districts concerned. Parents are advised to follow updates from their District Collector for official confirmation.

Delhi-NCR: Schools to remain open

Schools in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, and Gurgaon will operate as usual on November 19.

There is no rain-related or pollution-related holiday declared for the region.

However, a few schools in Delhi continue hybrid learning online + offline for classes up to Grade 5 due to persistent air quality issues. Parents are requested to check the specific circulars at their schools for clarity.

Uttar Pradesh: No Holiday Expected

Schools are expected to remain open in Noida and the rest of Uttar Pradesh.

No weather alerts or government announcements indicate closures for November 19.

Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana & Odisha: Schools Open

These states do not have holiday notifications for Wednesday.

All schools will operate on their regular schedule today because there are no heavy rain warnings or administrative orders to affect school attendance.

Chennai Weather Outlook (November 18–23)

The Chennai weather forecast indicates fluctuating weather conditions this week:

• Nov 18: Partly cloudy, moderate rain or thunderstorms possible
• Nov 19: Cloudy with light rain
• Nov 20: Cloudy with light showers
• Nov 21: Overcast and heavy rain likely
• Nov 22: Steady heavy rain probable
• Nov 23: Moderate rain, cloudy skies

These forecasts could impact school operations later this week.

Holiday Announcements November 18 (For Reference)

• Puducherry & Karaikal: Incessant heavy rain forced schools and colleges to declare a holiday on November 18.
• Cuddalore (Tamil Nadu): Schools were also shut on November 18, according to the district administration.

Final Summary — Will Schools Be Closed on November 19?

Likelihood of holiday:

Distribution of pattas will continue in the selected districts of Tamil Nadu depending on the local rainfall and official orders.

Schools OPEN: Delhi-NCR Uttar Pradesh Bihar Andhra Pradesh Telangana Odisha Parents and students are advised to keep in contact with the school authorities for last-minute changes and announcements at the district level.

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