Weather Update: IMD predicts above-normal rainfall for India in August and September; Check details
Weather Update: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted above-normal rainfall across India for August and September 2024. This prediction comes as a relief to many regions that have been experiencing erratic monsoon patterns over the past few years.
The forecast suggests that rainfall will reach approximately 106% of the long-period average, which is 422.8 mm.
In addition, there is a significant likelihood of favorable La Niña conditions emerging by the end of August. According to IMD Chief Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, while most regions across the country are expected to experience normal to above-normal rainfall, certain areas will see below-normal precipitation.
Specifically, below-normal rainfall is anticipated in parts of the northeast, adjacent east India, Ladakh, Saurashtra and Kutch, as well as isolated areas of central and peninsular India.
Mohapatra also highlighted that the western Himalayan region may face deficient rainfall during this period.Probabilistic Forecast of Rainfall over the Country during August to September, 2024
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Delhi experienced its heaviest single-day July rainfall in 14 years, with 108 mm recorded over the past 24 hours. The national capital's primary weather station, Safdarjung, noted this downpour from Wednesday to Thursday, resulting in ten deaths, extensive road flooding, and significant traffic disruptions.
The maximum temperature in Delhi on Wednesday was recorded at 37.8 degrees Celsius. Online visuals showed severe traffic congestion across Delhi and the NCR, with citizens stranded for hours. Many vehicles were almost entirely submerged, and people were seen wading through waterlogged streets.
Cloudburst in Himachal Pradesh have caused mayhem in Himachal Pradesh, causing extensive destruction across the state. Cloudbursts occurred in several districts of Himachal Pradesh, causing flooding and extensive damage. At least two persons have been killed, while over 50 remain missing following the cloudbursts and flooding.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted ongoing heavy rainfall for Delhi and neighbouring states, including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Jammu and Kashmir, for the next five days. Delhi-NCR is expected to receive very heavy rainfall on Thursday.
- With inputs from agencies
