Archive · 29 Sep 2026
Monsoon Withdrawal Set to Bring Second Summer Across North India
Rain has recently made parts of northern and central India feel pleasant.
Weather officials say the rainy monsoon season is now ending quickly.
Some places in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh may still get small amounts of rain on September 29 and 30.
From October 1, the clouds are expected to move away.
With clearer skies, the ground can heat up more during the day.
Temperatures may reach about 40 degrees Celsius in parts of Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh.
The air may still be humid, which can make the heat feel more uncomfortable.
Forecasters call this short period of warmer weather the “second summer.”
They say it commonly happens before temperatures begin falling toward winter.
The IMD expects the southwest monsoon to withdraw rapidly from much of India over the coming week.
Parts of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh may receive isolated or scattered rain on September 29 and 30.
From October 1, clearing skies and monsoon withdrawal are expected to drive temperatures higher across the region.
Temperatures in parts of Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh could reach around 40 degrees Celsius.
Forecasters describe the temporary October heat as a normal “second summer” caused by high humidity and clearer skies.
- Who
- The India Meteorological Department, private forecasters, and residents of parts of northwest and central India are involved or affected.
- What
- The southwest monsoon is expected to withdraw rapidly, bringing a temporary rise in temperatures known as a “second summer.”
- When
- Some rain is forecast for September 29 and 30, with clearer and hotter conditions expected from October 1 and during the following week.
- Where
- Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and other parts of northwest and central India.
- Why
- After the monsoon withdraws, humidity remains high while skies clear, allowing more heat to reach the surface and increasing discomfort.
- Forecast agency
- India Meteorological Department
- Rain forecast
- Isolated or scattered rain is possible in parts of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh on September 29 and 30.
- Expected change
- Monsoon clouds are expected to withdraw from the region from October 1.
- Potential temperature
- Around 40 degrees Celsius in parts of Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh.
- Weather phenomenon
- Forecasters refer to the temporary post-monsoon heat as the “second summer.”
- Cause of discomfort
- High humidity combined with clearer skies can make daytime heat feel more uncomfortable.