Archive · 14 Sep 2025
Monsoon Withdraws Early from Rajasthan, More Areas Expected
The monsoon rains are starting to leave parts of Rajasthan earlier than usual.
This year, the monsoon began retreating from some areas on September 14, which is three days before the usual date.
The IMD expects the monsoon to withdraw from some parts of Punjab and Gujarat soon.
West Rajasthan has had a lot more rain than usual since June 1.
The IMD is watching for more areas where the monsoon will end.
Overall, India has received more rain than normal this year.
Monsoon has withdrawn from parts of west Rajasthan three days early.
IMD expects further withdrawal from Rajasthan, Punjab, and Gujarat.
West Rajasthan received 75% surplus rain since June 1.
Conditions are favorable for continued withdrawal in the coming days.
The monsoon had covered the entire country earlier this year.
- Who
- India Meteorological Department (IMD)
- What
- Monsoon withdrawal from parts of West Rajasthan, Punjab, and Gujarat.
- When
- Withdrawal began September 14; expected to continue in next 2-3 days
- Where
- West Rajasthan, with possible expansion to Punjab and Gujarat
- Why
- Favorable conditions including anti-cyclonic circulation and reduced moisture.
- Event
- Monsoon Withdrawal
- Region (Initial Withdrawal)
- West Rajasthan
- Withdrawal Start Date
- September 14, 2025
- Normal Withdrawal Date (Rajasthan)
- September 17
- Withdrawal Criteria
- Anti-cyclonic circulation, reduced moisture, no rainfall for 5 days
- Rainfall (West Rajasthan)
- 75% surplus since June 1
- Overall Rainfall (India)
- 7% above average
