Monsoon Update: Southwest Monsoon Anticipated to Arrive in Kerala Around June 4, According to IMD

Below-normal rainfall in the region may be attributed to the onset of El Niño conditions. El Niño is a climatic phenomenon characterized by the warming of ocean surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, which can significantly impact weather patterns globally.

During El Niño years, many countries experience alterations in their seasonal weather, particularly affecting monsoons. In regions dependent on monsoon rains for agriculture and water supply, such deviations can lead to drought conditions, affecting crop yields, water availability, and potentially leading to economic challenges.

Meteorologists are closely monitoring these evolving weather patterns as they prepare for potential impacts on agriculture and other sectors reliant on consistent rainfall. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) and other climate research organizations are expected to provide updates and forecasts as the situation develops.