The southwest monsoon is on the verge of reaching Kerala, though its official onset is delayed by three to four days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for heavy rains, hailstorms, and thundersqualls across various states starting Monday, June 1. Predicted downpours will primarily impact southern regions including Kerala, Lakshadweep, Tamil Nadu, and South Interior Karnataka, while northeastern states like Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura are also on alert for heavy showers. In West India, Gujarat and Maharashtra will experience volatile weather, with the latter expecting hailstorms. Central India, particularly West Madhya Pradesh, is bracing for both heavy rain and hail. The IMD has also warned of severe thundersqualls in Odisha and East Rajasthan, with wind speeds reaching 70 to 80 km/h. As temperatures drop across central India, northwestern regions should prepare for a rise later in the week. Fishermen are advised to avoid the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal due to dangerous conditions.