India's traditional monsoon patterns are shifting due to climate change, causing deadly floods and droughts. Experts warn that outdated infrastructure and planning leave cities and farmers increasingly vulnerable to extreme weather.
The southwest monsoon has caused widespread devastation across Assam, Gujarat, and Kerala, resulting in over 130 deaths and affecting lakhs of people. Assam is the worst-hit state, while Gujarat experienced severe flooding and Kerala battled landslides and flash floods.
The Southwest monsoon has covered all of India, advancing into Rajasthan, Haryana, and Punjab on Thursday, just one day after the normal date. The monsoon's progress, while covering the entire country, has resulted in a reduced overall deficit but significant deficits remain in 10 states, impacting Kharif crop sowing.
India's hydropower generation fell nearly 21% in June due to El Nino-induced dry weather, impacting reservoir levels and increasing grid pressure. Crop sowing also declined significantly, with acreage down 21% for kharif crops.
The India Meteorological Department forecasts widespread rainfall across India on July 8 due to a strengthening southwest monsoon. Heavy to very heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds are expected in multiple states, with the monsoon likely to cover the entire country soon.
The southwest monsoon has reached Delhi, providing relief from heat. Heavy rainfall is expected across Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, and central India. The monsoon's rapid advance covers most of the country ahead of schedule, but also increases flood risks in western and southern regions.
Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) experienced heavy rain and thunderstorms on Thursday, offering relief from high temperatures. The IMD has issued a yellow alert, forecasting continued rain and strong winds until July 6, with the monsoon advancing closer to the capital.
Odisha is fully covered by the Southwest monsoon, with heavy rainfall and thunderstorms expected across the state
The India Meteorological Department has issued a fresh weather warning with expectations of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds up to 40 kmph across several Indian states, including Maharashtra and the Northeast, advising residents in vulnerable areas to stay alert.
The Hong Kong Observatory issued an amber rainstorm warning on Sunday night, signaling heavy rainfall and potential flooding. Unsettled weather is expected to continue for several days due to a southwest monsoon and a trough of low pressure.
The Hong Kong Observatory issued and then cancelled an amber rainstorm warning twice on Saturday due to heavy showers and thunderstorms. Over 30mm of rain was recorded in many areas, with Tsuen Wan experiencing 70mm, nearing the threshold for a black rainstorm warning.
Hong Kong experienced heavy showers and thunderstorms on Saturday, leading to an amber rainstorm warning being issued twice. A lightning strike damaged a diving platform at Sha Tin Jockey Club Swimming Pool, though no injuries were reported.
Hong Kong experienced heavy showers and thunderstorms due to a monsoon trough and low-pressure trough, leading to an amber rainstorm warning. The adverse weather damaged a concrete diving platform at Sha Tin Jockey Club Swimming Pool after a lightning strike, though no injuries were reported.
The southwest monsoon has reached Odisha, covering northern districts and favorable conditions indicate further advancement. Rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds are expected Saturday, with heavy rain and an orange warning for southern districts.
India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced the arrival of the southwest monsoon in Kerala on June 4, 2026, later than the usual June 1 onset. The IMD forecasts below-normal rainfall for the season, around 90% of the long-period average, potentially influenced by developing El Niño conditions.
The southwest monsoon has reached Kerala, India, but forecasts predict below-normal rainfall for the 2026 season. Potential El Niño conditions raise concerns for agriculture, water supply, and rural demand.
India's crucial four-month southwest monsoon season has begun in Kerala, with heavy showers, strong winds, and potential travel disruptions expected across southern and western India, including Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, and Maharashtra.
The southwest monsoon has officially begun in Kerala, India, bringing widespread rainfall and thunderstorms. The India Meteorological Department forecasts significant rain across southern, northeastern, eastern, and northwestern regions, crucial for agriculture and water resources.
The southwest monsoon is forecast to reach Kerala around June 4, with orange alerts issued for several districts due to expected very heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, Delhi-NCR will experience light rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds through June 5, offering relief from the heat. This monsoon is crucial for India's agriculture and economy.
