After a prolonged lull, the monsoon has picked up pace again, bringing relief from the heat to North India and Uttar Pradesh in the next 3-4 days ... read more

After a prolonged lull, the monsoon has picked up speed again. New weather systems have developed on both sides of the country. Moisture-laden monsoon winds from the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea are poised to rapidly advance into the northern Indian states.

Its biggest impact can be seen in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal and NCR during the next three-four days.

The Meteorological Department has predicted that North India, sweltering from the heat, will soon receive some relief. However, despite the monsoon gaining momentum, there is still a possibility of uneven rainfall due to El Niño.

When will it rain in Delhi-UP?

According to Skymet Weather, a cyclone formed over eastern Bihar has now moved into eastern Uttar Pradesh. A low-pressure system has also activated in the Bay of Bengal, while a western disturbance is present over the mountainous regions of Jammu and Kashmir.

The combined effect of these systems will rapidly increase moisture-laden winds from the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea starting July 1st. This is expected to bring the monsoon to Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh within two to three days. If this situation persists, the monsoon could arrive in Delhi by July 3rd or 4th.

Monsoon slows down in North and Central India

The slow progress of the monsoon has had the greatest impact on several states in northern and central India. Eastern Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh have so far recorded rainfall deficits of more than 60 percent of normal.

In Uttar Pradesh alone, rainfall has been 56 percent below normal, affecting nearly all districts. This has also affected agricultural activities in many areas.

The impact of the delayed rain is also visible on residents. Despite the maximum temperature in Delhi-NCR remaining around 41 degrees Celsius, the high humidity is making it feel as hot as 50 to 51 degrees.

Heavy rain alert in Northeast India

According to experts, dry western winds and moist ocean air are constantly colliding. This is creating clouds, but due to insufficient moisture, widespread rainfall is being prevented. Consequently, humidity is constantly increasing.

Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department has issued an alert for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall along the west coast and northeastern India. Torrential rains are also expected to continue in Bengal and Sikkim for two to three days.

Mahesh Palawat, Vice President, Skymet, believes that if the flow of moisture from the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea continues in this manner, the monsoon will not only progress rapidly but can also provide relief from the long-standing rain shortage.