Southwest Monsoon Likely To Set In Over Kerala During Next 24 Hours, Conditions Favourable: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced the arrival of the southwest monsoon in Kerala around June 4, marking the beginning of India's rainy season in the southern state. This...
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced the arrival of the southwest monsoon in Kerala around June 4, marking the beginning of India's rainy season in the southern state. This development is crucial for the country, as the southwest monsoon is the main source of rainfall for India. According to the IMD, weather conditions have become favorable for the monsoon to advance into parts of the Arabian Sea, Lakshadweep, and Kerala, bringing much-needed rain to the region.
Weather Conditions and Forecast
Once the monsoon sets in, Kerala can expect heavy to very heavy rainfall in some isolated areas over the next 6-7 days, along with thunderstorms and strong winds in some places. The IMD has forecast fairly widespread rain in Kerala from June 2 to June 6, with some areas likely to receive very heavy rainfall between June 2 and June 8. This will be accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds of around 40-50 kmph, making it essential for residents to stay informed and take necessary precautions.
Fairly widespread rain expected in Kerala from June 2 to June 6
Very heavy rainfall likely in some areas between June 2 and June 8
Thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds of around 40-50 kmph expected
Karnataka to witness light to moderate rain with thunderstorms and isolated heavy rainfall
Lakshadweep already experiencing heavy rain, with widespread rainfall likely to continue till June 7
Alerts and Warnings
The IMD has issued yellow and orange alerts across all districts of Kerala till June 6. The alerts are as follows:
- June 3: Orange alerts in Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, and Thrissur, with yellow alerts in the remaining districts
- June 4: Orange alerts expand to most districts, including Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Idukki, and central Kerala
- June 5: Orange alerts issued in northern Kerala for Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod
- June 6: Most districts under yellow alert, with Kannur and Kasaragod continuing under orange alert. For more information, visit the IMD website for the latest updates and warnings.
Importance of the Southwest Monsoon
The southwest monsoon is crucial for India, as it is the main source of rainfall for the country. Between June and September, it brings more than 70% of India's total annual rainfall. The situation is linked to the development of El Nino, a weather pattern that can reduce rainfall and affect monsoon conditions. The IMD had earlier expected the southwest monsoon to reach Kerala around May 26, but changes in weather patterns slowed down the development of the atmospheric conditions needed for its official arrival.
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*Source context derived from original reporting via Google News Search.*
Source context derived from original reporting via Google News Search.
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