Monsoon arrives early in Maharashtra; Mumbai anticipates rain soon. A red alert has been issued for Konkan. The Meteorological Department has warned of b winds and heavy rainfall.
IMD Alert: Good news for people across the country regarding the 2024 monsoon. The southwest monsoon has arrived in Maharashtra earlier than expected this year. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Sunday that the monsoon has reached Maharashtra. The arrival of the monsoon in Mumbai is also expected soon.
This year, the monsoon has made a record-early entry. The monsoon's arrival in Kerala was eight days earlier than usual, making it the earliest arrival since 2009. The monsoon typically reaches Kerala around June 1st, but this year it arrived on May 25th. According to the IMD, this is considered a significant achievement.
Let's find out when the monsoon will reach Mumbai, which areas are under heavy rainfall warnings, and what alerts have been issued for the general public.
Mumbai Monsoon Arrival: When will it begin?
According to the Meteorological Department, the monsoon could reach Mumbai within the next two to three days. This means the monsoon might arrive in Mumbai around May 28th. Heavy rain began in Mumbai on Sunday night, and dark clouds have gathered. This indicates that the monsoon system is gradually advancing.
The monsoon usually arrives in Mumbai around June 10th, but this year it is expected to arrive 12-13 days earlier. Dr. Shubhangi Bhute, the Mumbai-based chief officer of the IMD, stated that weather conditions are entirely favorable for the monsoon's advance.
Where in Maharashtra are alerts issued?
The Meteorological Department has issued alerts for several areas in Maharashtra.
Konkan region (Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg): Red alert issued. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected.
Ghat regions of Satara and Kolhapur: Heavy rainfall is possible in some areas.
Raigad district: An orange alert has been issued.
Mumbai and surrounding areas: A yellow alert is in effect, with predictions of b winds and heavy rain.
The IMD has also advised fishermen not to venture into the sea due to the anticipated high waves and rough weather conditions.
Monsoon Timeline and Important Points
- The arrival and withdrawal of the monsoon in India follows a set cycle.
- The monsoon typically reaches Kerala by June 1st.
- It then gradually spreads across the entire country by July 8th.
- The monsoon's withdrawal begins from northwest India on September 17th and the entire country is free from the monsoon by October 15th.
Monsoon arrival in recent years:
2023: June 8th
2022: May 29th
2021: June 3rd
2020: June 1st
2019: June 8th
2009: May 23rd (earliest monsoon)
Earliest Monsoon Arrival in Kerala
According to the IMD, the monsoon arrived simultaneously in Kerala, parts of Karnataka, and Mizoram on May 25th. This is the earliest monsoon arrival since 2009, when the monsoon reached Kerala on May 23rd. The IMD stated that this year's monsoon season is likely to see above-normal rainfall, which is good news for farmers and the general public.
Pre-monsoon rain brings relief to Mumbai
Heavy rain fell in many parts of Mumbai from Sunday night, providing relief to those suffering from the heat. However, this rain also led to waterlogging in several low-lying areas of Mumbai, affecting traffic.
