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Kerala Sees 32% Rain Deficit Despite Early Monsoon Arrival
✍️ India Today
🗓 25 Jun 2026, 04:32 AM
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Kerala officially experienced the onset of the monsoon on June 4th. However, the state is currently facing a significant rainfall deficit of 32%.
The monsoon season officially commenced in Kerala on June 4th, marking its arrival in the southern state. Despite the timely onset, Kerala is currently experiencing a notable shortfall in rainfall.
Data indicates that the state is facing a rainfall deficit of 32% concerning the expected precipitation for this period. This discrepancy raises questions about the current monsoon performance in the region.
The implications of this deficit are yet to be fully assessed, but it could potentially impact water resources and agricultural activities across Kerala.
Data indicates that the state is facing a rainfall deficit of 32% concerning the expected precipitation for this period. This discrepancy raises questions about the current monsoon performance in the region.
The implications of this deficit are yet to be fully assessed, but it could potentially impact water resources and agricultural activities across Kerala.