Monsoon Advances Across Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, and Northeastern States: IMD Update
The Southwest Monsoon has made significant progress, covering more parts of Maharashtra, including Mumbai and Pune, as well as Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and several Northeastern states, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
KS Hosalikar, Head of Climate Research and Services at IMD, Pune, said, “The Southwest Monsoon has further advanced into additional parts of the central Arabian Sea and Maharashtra, including Mumbai and Pune, as well as Bengaluru and other parts of Karnataka. It has also progressed into remaining parts of Tamil Nadu, more areas of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, parts of Westcentral and North Bay of Bengal, and further into the Northeast—including Tripura, Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, and parts of Assam and Meghalaya—as of May 26.”
The IMD has updated the Northern Limit of Monsoon (NLM), which now passes through:
Arabian Sea (17.0°N/55°E to 18.5°N/70°E),
Mainland India: Mumbai, Pune, Sholapur, Kalaburagi, Mahbubnagar, Kavali,
Eastern Corridor: 16.5°N/83°E, 19°N/86°E, 21°N/89°E, Agartala, Golpara, and ends at 28.5°N/89°E.
“Conditions remain favourable for further advance of the Southwest Monsoon into the remaining parts of central Arabian Sea, more areas of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, the rest of the North Bay of Bengal, and the remaining northeastern states. It is also expected to cover parts of Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim within the next three days,” Hosalikar added.
This early and widespread advancement brings much-needed relief amid rising summer temperatures and sets a promising tone for the upcoming Kharif cropping season across several regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of the Southwest Monsoon in India?
As of May 26, the Southwest Monsoon has advanced into more parts of Maharashtra, including Mumbai and Pune, as well as Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and several Northeastern states.
Who is KS Hosalikar, and what is his role at the IMD?
KS Hosalikar is the Head of Climate Research and Services at IMD, Pune. He provides updates and insights on the progress of the monsoon.
What is the Northern Limit of Monsoon (NLM) as of May 26?
The NLM now passes through the Arabian Sea, parts of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, the North Bay of Bengal, and several Northeastern states.
What are the expected further advancements of the Southwest Monsoon?
It is expected to cover the remaining parts of the central Arabian Sea, more areas of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, the rest of the North Bay of Bengal, and the remaining northeastern states within the next few days.
How will the early monsoon benefit the agricultural sector?
The early and widespread advancement of the monsoon brings much-needed relief amid rising summer temperatures and sets a promising tone for the upcoming Kharif cropping season across several regions.
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