Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Monsoon Weakens in Madhya Pradesh, Rainfall 15% Below Normal
Madhya Pradesh is having a weaker monsoon this year.
The rain started late and has been less than usual.
Some places like Dewas got a lot of rain, but others like Alirajpur got very little.
Experts say the rain might get better next week, but some people are worried about the dry spell affecting farming and water supply.
The state has 39 districts with less rain than usual and 16 with more.
Madhya Pradesh has received 15% less rainfall than normal this monsoon season.
The monsoon arrived nine days later than usual on June 24.
Rainfall improved in early July but weakened again, leading to a dry spell.
Weather experts predict improved conditions next week with potential widespread rainfall.
Rainfall distribution is uneven, with Dewas receiving the highest rainfall and Alirajpur the lowest.
- Who
- Madhya Pradesh residents and agricultural communities
- What
- Weak monsoon leading to below-normal rainfall
- When
- July 19, 2026
- Where
- Madhya Pradesh, India
- Why
- Delayed monsoon arrival and subsequent weakening of rainfall
Optimistic View
Concerned View
Future Rainfall Predictions
Optimistic View
Weather experts predict improved conditions next week with a potential low-pressure area bringing widespread rainfall.
Concerned View
The delayed monsoon and current dry spell raise concerns about agricultural impacts and water shortages.
- Average Rainfall
- 9.7 inches (15% below normal)
- Normal Rainfall
- 11.4 inches
- Monsoon Arrival
- June 24, 2026 (9 days late)
- Rainfall Deficit
- 1.7 inches
- Highest Rainfall District
- Dewas (17.9 inches)
- Lowest Rainfall District
- Alirajpur (2.3 inches)
- Districts Below Normal
- 39
- Districts Above Normal
- 16