The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather update for the coming days. They forecast widespread rainfall across many regions of India. Heavy to extremely heavy showers are expected in parts of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, the Konkan area, and the Himalayan region.
The forecast indicates that Delhi-NCR will also face consistent rainfall. Temperatures are expected to remain below normal during this period. The IMD has also provided a Long-Range Forecast for the Southwest Monsoon season from June to September 2025. According to this forecast, seasonal rainfall across the country is predicted to be 106% of the Long Period Average (LPA).
This means there is a high chance of above-normal rainfall this monsoon season. Central India and the South Peninsular region are most likely to receive above-normal rainfall, while Northwest India is expected to experience normal rainfall levels, ranging between 92% to 108% of LPA. However, Northeast India may face below-normal rainfall, with levels below 94% of LPA.
The Monsoon Core Zone (MCZ), which covers a significant portion of India’s rainfed agricultural land, is also expected to have above-normal rainfall. This is a positive sign for farmers as it will support the Kharif cropping season. From June to September 2025, most regions are expected to have normal to above-normal rainfall. Areas in Northwest and East India, as well as many places in Northeast India, may experience below-normal rainfall.
For June 2025, the forecast suggests that the country may receive above-normal rainfall, exceeding 108% of LPA. Some southern parts of the Peninsular region and areas in Northwest and Northeast India are anticipated to have below-normal rainfall.
When it comes to temperatures, the forecast shows that much of India will have normal to below-normal maximum temperatures in June 2025. On the other hand, some areas in Northwest and Northeast India may see above-normal maximum temperatures. Minimum temperatures are likely to be above normal across most of the country, except in certain regions of Central India and parts of the southern Peninsula where normal to below-normal minimum temperatures are expected.
The IMD will continue to monitor and update these forecasts. These updates are crucial for planning in agriculture, water resource management, and disaster preparedness. Farmers and residents are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions during this rainy season.
For further detailed reports and updates, please refer to the official IMD website.