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India Braces for Hotter May, Monsoon Arrival Near
1 May
Summary
- Above-normal heatwave days are likely in several parts of India.
- May rainfall is expected to be above normal countrywide.
- Southwest monsoon onset over Andaman & Nicobar Islands around May 14-16.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts above-normal heatwave days for May in areas near the Himalayas, along the east coast, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. Minimum temperatures are expected to rise above normal across much of India, though some northwestern and central regions might experience cooler nights.
Rainfall for May is largely predicted to be above normal nationwide, with exceptions in parts of eastern and northeastern India. The IMD anticipates the arrival of the southwest monsoon over the Andaman and Nicobar Islands around May 14-16.
April saw normal to below-normal maximum temperatures nationwide, with the exception of southern peninsular India. The country experienced seven western disturbances during April. Current conditions indicate a shift towards El Nino, with forecasts suggesting El Nino conditions may develop during the upcoming southwest monsoon season.
