Himachal Pradesh Braces for Rain and Thunderstorms Starting June 3
Himachal Pradesh to get rain, thunderstorms from June 3: IMD alert
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert for Himachal Pradesh, forecasting rain and thunderstorms from the evening of June 3 until June 6. This weather change follows recent rainfall that has lowered temperatures across the state, which is expected to experience below-normal monsoon rainfall this season due to El Nino conditions.
- 01A fresh western disturbance is set to impact Himachal Pradesh from the evening of June 3, bringing intermittent rainfall and thunderstorms until June 6.
- 02Temperatures in the state have recently dropped, with lower plains recording between 32-36 degrees Celsius, about three to four degrees below normal.
- 03In May, Himachal Pradesh experienced a rainfall deficit of around 20%, with Una district recording the highest surplus at 110% above normal.
- 04The IMD projects below-normal rainfall during the upcoming southwest monsoon season for most parts of Himachal Pradesh.
- 05Global climate indicators suggest a shift towards El Nino conditions, historically linked to reduced rainfall in India.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced that Himachal Pradesh will experience rain and thunderstorms starting the evening of June 3, lasting until June 6. Shobhit Katiyar, Head of the Meteorological Centre in Shimla, noted that light to moderate rainfall has already been recorded in various districts, including Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Solan, and Shimla. This weather pattern is expected to lower temperatures, which have recently dropped to below normal levels. In May, the state recorded a rainfall deficit of 20%, with varying conditions across districts. Looking ahead, the IMD has projected below-normal rainfall for the upcoming southwest monsoon season, influenced by shifting global climate conditions, including potential El Nino effects. These factors indicate a likelihood of reduced rainfall in Himachal Pradesh, which typically sees the monsoon arrive around June 25.
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The expected rain and thunderstorms may affect daily activities and agriculture in Himachal Pradesh, particularly in the districts forecasted to receive moderate rainfall.
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