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India’s 2025 southwest monsoon has been nothing short of dramatic—arriving early, delivering intense downpours in some regions, while leaving others unexpectedly dry. Here's everything you need to know about this year's surprising monsoon pattern:

1. Early Arrival – Unprecedented Speed
The monsoon hit Kerala on May 24, 2025, eight days ahead of the long-term average and marking the earliest onset since 2009

It swiftly moved across India, reaching Mumbai by May 26—a record 16 days ahead of schedule
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2. Erratic Spread – Uneven Northward Advance
After early onset, monsoon progress stalled in some areas, leaving North Indian states parched until mid-June
IMD confirmed the monsoon finally pushed into Delhi, UP, Bihar, MP, Rajasthan only in late June, offering relief after intense heat

3. Intense Rainfall & Flood Risks
Nagpur recorded 202.4 mm in just 24 hrs on July 9—58% of its usual July rainfall
Pune saw its wettest June in 12 years with 267.5 mm, 75% above average
Mahabaleshwar received 192 mm in 36 hrs, triggering power outages and dam discharges

4. Regional Extremes – Surpluses & Deficits
Jharkhand recorded excess rainfall—482.8 mm vs. normal 285.6 mm—impacting paddy cultivation
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Andhra Pradesh remains dry: only 89.6 mm vs. 131.2 mm normal (June 1–July 10)
Gujarat’s 12 districts are over 50% above average Tues; Kutch up by 135%

5. Climate Change Context
South Asia’s monsoon is becoming more volatile—marked by heavy rains, floods, droughts, and landslides
Scientific models report India’s monsoon rainfall for 2025 likely hitting 106% ±4% of its long-term average
Early onset, climate-driven extremes, and modern forecasting systems like the new Bharat Forecasting System (BFS) are key to future preparedness


🎯 Why It Matters
Agriculture & water: Kharif crops depend on rain—but unsteady patterns mean floods in some regions and drought in others.

Infrastructure stress: Flash floods, traffic chaos, power outages, and dam discharges strain cities like Nagpur, Pune, and Mahabaleshwar.

Climate adaptation: Officials must invest in better forecasting, urban planning, resilient agriculture, and rapid disaster response.

✅ Key Takeaways
Monsoon 2025 arrived earlier than usual, but with uneven distribution across regions.

Central India and parts of the West received excessive rainfall, while the Northeast and Andhra Pradesh faced deficits.

This variability reflects a broader trend of climate-driven fluctuations in monsoon patterns.

Continuous innovation in forecasting—like BFS—and strategic planning are more vital than ever.

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