Exciting news for everyone as this year's monsoon promises abundant rainfall! The Meteorological Department predicts a 105% increase in rainfall nationwide in 2025. This is great news for agriculture and the economy. However, Ladakh, the Northeast, and Tamil Nadu may experience below-normal rains.
Favorable Climate Conditions
According to the Meteorological Department, both El Niño and the Indian Ocean Dipole are expected to remain stable, signaling a promising monsoon. Favorable conditions often lead to above-average rainfall across the country.
Interesting to note, the snow cover in the Eurasian and Himalayan regions is expected to be less. Experts suggest this correlates with an increase in the monsoon rainfall over India.
Highlights from the Press Conference
IMD Chief Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, in a press conference, revealed that 2025 is likely to witness above-average rainfall during the monsoon season (June to September). The rainfall is estimated at 105% of the long-term average of 87 cm. Adequate rainfall will greatly benefit farmers and regions facing water scarcity.
Heatwave Predicted
Mrutyunjay Mohapatra also stated that the heatwave is expected to continue from April to June, which could strain the power grids and lead to water shortages due to increased temperatures.
Importance of Monsoon for India
Monsoon is crucial for India, an agrarian nation where 42.3% of the population depends on agriculture, contributing 18.2% to the country’s GDP. Around 52% of agriculture heavily relies on rainfall. Good monsoon is vital for reservoir replenishment.
However, climate scientists caution that rainfall distribution might not be uniform due to climate change.
When Does Monsoon Arrive in India?
Typically, the monsoon enters India through Kerala on July 1, gradually progressing towards the north, east, and west. By mid-July, it spreads nationwide, retreating from late September to mid-October.
