The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a particularly rainy September, attributing this to the anticipated impact of La Nina, which is expected to strengthen in the central Pacific Ocean. According to the IMD, the Bay of Bengal will likely experience increased cyclonic activity, leading to significant rainfall across various regions.
Dr. Mrutunjay Mohapatra, Director General of the IMD, announced that monsoon rainfall this September is expected to exceed the usual levels by 9%, totaling about 16.8 cm. As a result, areas in north India, including Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, and Delhi, are likely to receive substantial rainfall. Although the monsoon typically begins to withdraw around mid-September, the forecasted heavy rains may delay this process.
The IMD’s forecast maps suggest that while the monsoon is starting its retreat, the La Nina effect will contribute to frequent and intense rain episodes throughout the month.
