Key Facts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced that the southwest monsoon is set to advance further across large parts of India over the next four to five days. This will bring widespread rainfall to several regions, while heatwave conditions continue in pockets of central India.
Monsoon Advance and Rainfall Forecast
Conditions are favorable for the monsoon to advance into more parts of Maharashtra, the remaining areas of Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, and parts of south Chhattisgarh during the next four to five days. Widespread rainfall is expected across northeast India, the eastern Himalayan region, and parts of southern India, while scattered showers are likely over northwest and central India.
Northeast India
The most intense rainfall this week is expected in Northeast India. Isolated heavy rainfall is forecast over Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura. Very heavy rainfall is likely over Arunachal Pradesh during June 17-18 and over Assam and Meghalaya during June 17-19.
Eastern India
Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim are expected to receive heavy rainfall on June 15 and June 20, with very heavy rainfall likely from June 16 to 19. Bihar may also receive heavy rainfall on June 16. Thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds reaching up to 60 kmph are expected across Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal during the forecast period.
Northwest India
Several parts of northwest India, including Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh, are likely to witness thunderstorms and strong winds over the coming days. Thundersqualls with wind speeds of 60-70 kmph, gusting up to 80 kmph, are forecast over Rajasthan on June 15, while duststorm conditions are also likely over western Rajasthan. Rainfall activity is expected across Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand through June 20.
Delhi-NCR
The national capital is expected to experience partly cloudy skies with chances of thundery development over the next two days. On Monday, very light to light rain accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds of 40-50 kmph, gusting up to 60 kmph, is likely across NCR, including Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad, particularly during the afternoon and evening. Similar conditions are expected on June 16, although rainfall activity may be less widespread. By June 17, skies are likely to remain partly cloudy with temperatures rising further. The maximum temperature in Delhi is expected to range between 38°C and 40°C on Monday and may rise to 40°C to 42°C by June 17.
Southern India
Kerala, coastal Karnataka, and adjoining regions are expected to receive widespread rainfall during the week, with isolated heavy showers likely over Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. Heavy rainfall is forecast over Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on June 16 and 17, while Telangana may witness heavy showers between June 18 and 20. Strong surface winds are also likely over Rayalaseema during June 15-18.
Heatwave and Humid Conditions
Despite the advancing monsoon, heatwave conditions are expected to persist in isolated pockets of Marathwada from June 15 to 17 and in Vidarbha on June 15 and 16. The IMD has also warned of hot and humid weather over Konkan, Goa, and Madhya Maharashtra through June 17. Warm night conditions are likely in isolated areas of Konkan and Goa on June 15 and 16.
What Readers Should Know
- Residents in Northeast India, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, and Sikkim should prepare for potential flooding and disruptions due to heavy rainfall.
- Those in Delhi-NCR can expect thunderstorms and gusty winds; stay indoors during severe weather.
- Heatwave conditions persist in parts of central India; take precautions against heat stress.
- Farmers should monitor local advisories as monsoon progress may impact sowing operations.
FAQ
When will the monsoon cover more parts of India?
The southwest monsoon is expected to advance into more parts of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, and south Chhattisgarh over the next four to five days.
Which regions will receive the heaviest rainfall?
Northeast India, including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura, will see isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim will also receive very heavy rain from June 16 to 19.
What is the weather forecast for Delhi?
Delhi will experience partly cloudy skies with thunderstorms and strong winds (40-50 kmph) on June 15 and 16. Maximum temperatures will range between 38-40°C, rising to 42°C by June 17.
Are heatwave conditions expected anywhere?
Yes, isolated heatwave conditions will persist in Marathwada (June 15-17) and Vidarbha (June 15-16). Hot and humid weather is likely over Konkan, Goa, and Madhya Maharashtra until June 17.
Source: indianexpress.com