Heavy Rain Brings Early Monsoon to Delhi-NCR, Offers Relief from Intense Heatwave
Heavy Rain Brings Respite from Scorching Heat as Monsoon Hits Delhi-NCR Early
Delhi-NCR witnessed heavy rainfall on June 29, offering much-needed relief from the intense heatwave that had gripped the region over the past week. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that the southwest monsoon arrived a day earlier than usual, covering Delhi and bringing with it a significant change in weather. The sudden downpour was accompanied by light thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds with speeds ranging from 30 to 40 km/h, creating a refreshing atmosphere across the national capital region.
According to the IMD, residents in Delhi-NCR can expect light to moderate rainfall today and tomorrow. The change in weather is being seen as a major relief by citizens who had been enduring extreme temperatures in recent days. This unexpected early arrival of the monsoon is part of a larger pattern observed this year, as the monsoon has covered the entire country well ahead of schedule. Typically, the monsoon reaches Delhi by June 30, but this year it made its presence felt on June 29, and has already spread across the remaining parts of India nine days earlier than its average date of July 8.
Senior Scientist at IMD, Naresh Kumar, explained that a low-pressure system over the northwestern Bay of Bengal is the primary reason behind the widespread monsoon coverage. Additionally, a similar low-pressure system over Gujarat played a key role in pushing the monsoon clouds into northwestern states including Rajasthan and the Delhi-NCR region. This rapid and expansive progression of the monsoon marks one of the fastest in recent memory.
The monsoon season began with an unusually early onset over Kerala on May 24 — the earliest since 2009, when it had arrived on May 23. Since then, the monsoon has advanced quickly across the country, breaking previous records and delivering rain well ahead of the expected schedule. This accelerated monsoon advance is being closely monitored by meteorologists as it may have significant implications for agriculture, water supply, and overall climate patterns in the coming weeks.
For residents of Delhi-NCR, the cool showers have brought a much-welcomed change in temperature and atmosphere. The rain not only provided immediate relief from the heat but also helped in reducing pollution levels and dust in the air. With the entire country now under the influence of monsoon clouds, this shift in weather is expected to bring continued benefits in terms of both environmental and economic impact.
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