Archive · 12 Sep 2026
Monsoon Returns to Madhya Pradesh; Heavy Rain Alert Issued
The monsoon rains have returned to Madhya Pradesh after taking a short break.
Several places, including Bhopal, Damoh, Tikamgarh and Vidisha, received rain.
Strong winds and rain made it hard to see in some parts of Bhopal.
Water collected in low-lying areas of Damoh.
Weather officials warned that 15 districts could receive heavy rain.
More rain may come between September 13 and September 15.
Other districts may receive lighter showers.
The rain could make the weather feel less hot and humid.
Monsoon activity resumed in Madhya Pradesh after a three- to four-day break.
Bhopal, Damoh, Tikamgarh and Vidisha received rain, with strong winds reducing visibility in Bhopal.
The India Meteorological Department issued a heavy-rain alert for 15 districts.
Heavy rain is possible in some areas from September 13 through September 15.
Rain may bring relief from heat and humidity after several dry days.
- Who
- Residents of Madhya Pradesh and the India Meteorological Department are involved in the weather update.
- What
- The monsoon has become active again, with rain reported and a heavy-rain alert issued for 15 districts.
- When
- The update is dated September 12, 2026; heavy rain is forecast from September 13 through September 15.
- Where
- Madhya Pradesh, including Bhopal, Damoh, Tikamgarh and Vidisha, among other districts.
- Why
- The monsoon system returned after a three- to four-day break, following several dry and humid days.
- Heavy-rain alert
- 15 Madhya Pradesh districts
- Forecast period
- September 13-15, 2026
- Reported rainfall
- Bhopal, Damoh, Tikamgarh, Vidisha and other districts
- Bhopal conditions
- Rain and strong winds reduced visibility to below 100 metres in some areas
- Damoh conditions
- Low-lying areas were waterlogged
- September rainfall average in Bhopal
- About 7 inches
- Bhopal September record
- More than 30 inches in September 1961