Monsoon Set to Drench North-West India Next Week: IMD Forecasts Widespread Rainfall

The much-awaited monsoon will most likely advance ahead of the rest of North-West India from June 19 to June 25, easing individuals of the present heatwave situation. India Meteorological Department (IMD) has asserted that powerful westerly and south-westerly winds will drive the monsoon deeper into the nation.

 

This is the Most Significant Developments regarding Monsoon Progress

 

The southwest monsoon, which remained stuck between May 28 and June 10, has gained momentum again and is now likely to pass through residual regions of Central and East India before proceeding towards North-West India.

 

The formation of a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal around an early next week will strengthen monsoon currents and ensure widespread rain.

 

The formation of an east-west trough will help sustain monsoon activity in East, Central, and North-West India.

 

Expected Weather Conditions

 

Heavy rain is likely over Gujarat, Konkan, and Goa, with scattered very heavy showers.

 

Thunderstorm, lightning, and windy weather are likely over Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.

 

Thunder squalls with winds of 50-60 km/hr and dust storm are likely in East Rajasthan and West Rajasthan, respectively.

 

Impact on Temperature and Agriculture

 

The oncoming monsoon will help to decrease high mercury levels which have dominated under heatwave conditions.

 

They can expect improved soil moisture that favors crop growth and replenishes water reservoirs.

 

Sources: The Hindu BusinessLine, Scroll, MSN, CNBC-TV18, Tribune India.