The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the southwest monsoon covered the entire country earlier than usual in 2025, but reached Delhi with a notable delay, raising questions about regional climate shifts and variability.
📊 Key Highlights:
All-India Coverage Achieved Early: Monsoon reached most parts of India by June 26, well ahead of its typical July 8 deadline.
Delhi's Delay: The Capital experienced monsoon arrival nearly a week later than forecast, despite surrounding states receiving early rains.
Climate Factors: Experts point to localized high-pressure systems and weakened monsoon currents as reasons for Delhi’s delayed rain.
🌍 Meteorologists Explain the Delay
According to IMD officials, easterly wind weakening, urban heat island effect, and shifted trough lines played a role in stalling the northern advance of the monsoon near Delhi and NCR.
🏙️ Impact on Delhi-NCR
Heat Stress: Temperatures remained above normal for much of June in Delhi.
Air Quality: Delay in rains postponed monsoon’s usual cleansing effect on pollution.
Water Supply: Delhi Jal Board reported lower-than-normal reservoir levels until mid-June.
❓ FAQs
Q1. When did the monsoon reach Delhi in 2025?
A: Monsoon rains reached Delhi around June 30, a week later than expected.
Q2. Why was Delhi's monsoon delayed?
A: Local climate disturbances and weaker monsoon winds contributed to the delay.
Q3. How early did the monsoon cover the rest of India?
A: The southwest monsoon covered all of India by June 26, which is nearly two weeks ahead of schedule.
Q4. Will the late arrival affect rainfall totals in Delhi?
A: IMD forecasts suggest normal seasonal rainfall, but with uneven distribution.
published on 30 june
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