Monsoon may reach MP on June 18-19:IMD issues storm-rain alert for 30 districts across state

Madhya Pradesh is expected to receive the southwest monsoon between June 18 and 19, bringing relief after a significant rainfall deficit across much of the state. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), pre-monsoon showers have so far been insufficient, with 35 out of 55 districts recording below-normal rainfall. Between June 1 and June 15, the state received 22.7 mm of rainfall, compared to the normal 31.9 mm, leaving it 29% below average. Thunderstorm and rain alert for more than 30 districts Due to ongoing pre-monsoon activity, thunderstorms and rainfall are likely in over 30 districts on Tuesday. Areas under alert include Bhopal, Gwalior, Sheopur, Morena, Bhind, Datia, Shivpuri, Guna, Ashoknagar, Vidisha, Dewas, Sehore, Khandwa, Burhanpur, Harda, Betul, Narmadapuram, Raisen, Sagar, Narsinghpur, Chhindwara, Pandhurna, Seoni, Balaghat, Mandla, Dindori, Anuppur, Niwari, Tikamgarh, Chhatarpur, and Panna. 35 districts report below-normal rainfall Districts with rainfall below seasonal averages include Anuppur, Balaghat, Chhindwara, Damoh, Dindori, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Mandla, Mauganj, Narsinghpur, Pandhurna, Panna, Rewa, Sagar, Seoni, Sidhi, Singrauli, Tikamgarh, Umaria, Alirajpur, Barwani, Betul, Bhind, Burhanpur, Datia, Dewas, Dhar, Indore, Jhabua, Khandwa, Khargone, Ratlam, Ujjain, and Vidisha. Bright sunshine expected in several regions The IMD has also forecast intense sunshine in districts including Indore, Ujjain, Shajapur, Agar Malwa, Rajgarh, Neemuch, Mandsaur, Ratlam, Khargone, Barwani, Dhar, Alirajpur, Jhabua, Damoh, Jabalpur, Katni, Umaria, Shahdol, Maihar, Satna, Rewa, Mauganj, Sidhi, and Singrauli, where hot weather conditions are expected to persist. Weather for next 4 days Rain lowers day temperatures in several cities Pre-monsoon showers continued across parts of Madhya Pradesh on Monday, with Bhopal and Sagar receiving more than half an inch of rainfall. Rain was also recorded in Sehore, Chhindwara, Raisen, and Rajgarh, leading to a drop in daytime temperatures. Maximum temperatures in major cities were recorded as follows: Khajuraho was the hottest location at 42.6°C, followed by Naugaon at 42°C. Datia, Damoh, and Satna also crossed the 40°C mark. Meanwhile, Pachmarhi remained the coolest place in the state with a maximum temperature of 34.2°C, while Seoni recorded 35.6°C. Monsoon may enter through Balaghat–Chhindwara belt According to the latest weather updates, the southwest monsoon is likely to enter Madhya Pradesh through its southeastern region, possibly advancing via Balaghat, Chhindwara, Pandhurna, and adjoining districts, before spreading further across the state. Bhopal frequently sees rain during Nautapa Historical weather records show that Bhopal has experienced rainfall during the Nautapa period seven times in the last 14 years, with light showers recorded on two other occasions. This year too, drizzle was witnessed at the beginning of the period. The years 2018 and 2019 saw the highest average temperatures during Nautapa, with readings crossing 43°C, while weather fluctuations have continued this season with repeated spells of rain and thunderstorms.