Cyclone Shakthi: Arabian Sea Storm Off Gujarat Coast, Oct 2025
Why in the news
Cyclone Shakthi formed over the northeast Arabian Sea, an early post-monsoon system of 2025.
Key facts
- Position: roughly 340 km west of Dwarka, Gujarat.
- Naming: WMO regional scheme, North Indian Ocean.
- Origin: a low-pressure area over warm sea water in early October 2025.
- Intensity: Cyclonic Storm on 3 October; a Severe Cyclonic Storm was forecast while it moved west-southwestwards.
Bay of Bengal versus Arabian Sea
| Aspect | Bay of Bengal | Arabian Sea |
|---|---|---|
| Sea temperature | 29-30 degrees C year-round | Cooler: strong winds, high evaporation |
| Moisture | Rich, from rivers and monsoon winds | Cut by dry winds from Oman and Yemen |
| Outside triggers | Revived typhoon remnants | Rarely any |
Exam angle
- Forecaster: IMD; naming body: WMO.