Southwest monsoon rains to be above-normal: IMD
IMD forecasts above-normal rainfall during monsoon.
IMD forecasts above-normal rainfall during monsoon.
During the 2024 hot weather season, above-normal maximum temperatures are likely over most parts of the country, says IMD.
El Niño conditions are likely to develop over the equatorial Pacific Ocean, says IMD.
Rainfall expected at many places with thunderstorms, lightning, and occasional gusty winds over plains of Northwest India till May 26
Monsoon is likely to hit Kerala on June 4, says IMD
The agency's observations come a day after private weather forecaster Skymet predicted a 'below normal' rainy season this monsoon.
Companies could supply only around 210 GW in January 2023, against a demand of 212 GW.
India Ratings and Research says this can have an impact on rural demand, which has been under stress in the aftermath of Covid-19.
The March to May period is also going to be hotter than usual, with enhanced probability of occurrence of heatwave, says IMD.
Investors expect that rising mercury levels will led to early demand for air conditioner products.