Monsoon Update 2024: A Welcome Change
The monsoon season brings promising news for Maharashtra residents. The southwest monsoon officially arrived in Kerala on May 30, a day earlier than anticipated. This development heralds the beginning of heavy rains in various parts of Maharashtra, expected from June 1 to June 3.
Rainfall Predictions and Areas of Impact
Senior Meteorologist Manikrao Khule has provided a detailed forecast for Maharashtra following the monsoon’s onset in Kerala. Increased pre-monsoon rain activity is anticipated across the state starting June 3.
- Mumbai: Isolated rain is expected to begin on June 5, with a significant increase in rainfall from June 6 to June 8.
- Pune, Nanded, Satara: These regions should prepare for increased rainfall from June 5 to June 8.
- Other Regions: Excluding Mumbai and Konkan, 29 districts, including Khandesh, Vidarbha, and Marathwada, are likely to experience rain and thunderstorms from June 1 to June 3.
Current Weather Conditions
Despite the upcoming relief, temperatures are predicted to rise over the next two days. Humidity and hot weather will persist in seven districts of Konkan, including Mumbai, until June 1.
Monsoon Progress and Coverage
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has confirmed the monsoon’s advance into North-East India and Kerala. The IMD projects that the monsoon will enter Maharashtra within the next ten days. As of May 30, 2024, the southwest monsoon has covered Kerala and most parts of Northeast India, including Kanyakumari, South Tamil Nadu, Maldives, and Lakshadweep.
Insights from the Weather Department
The IMD indicates a possibility of light rain in Konkan today. Retired IMD official Anupam Kashyapi notes that the monsoon branch is strengthening with westerly winds off the Maharashtra coast gradually stabilizing.
Pre-monsoon activities, such as thunderstorms, lightning, and light rain, are expected to start from June 3, gradually intensifying. Pune is forecasted to receive rain from June 4 to June 6 before the monsoon fully sets in.
Summary
The onset of the monsoon brings much-needed respite from the intense heat across Maharashtra, with rain expected in various regions starting in early June. The IMD continues to monitor the situation closely, ensuring timely updates and warnings to keep the public informed.
