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Monsoon shift: Southern India sees rain while Delhi stays dry on Wednesday
✍️ indiatoday.in
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 07:17 AM
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On Wednesday, the Indian monsoon map showed rainfall over the southern states while the capital, Delhi, experienced dry conditions.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) updated its monsoon outlook on Wednesday, indicating that rain showers have moved into the southern part of the country. States such as Kerala, Tamil Nadu and parts of Karnataka are under active precipitation, according to the latest satellite observations.
In contrast, the capital region of Delhi recorded clear skies and no measurable rainfall during the same period. The dry spell in the north‑central belt aligns with the current trough pattern that is steering moisture away from the area.
Meteorologists noted that such a shift is typical of the early monsoon phase, where the system often concentrates over the peninsular region before advancing northwards. Residents in the south are advised to stay alert for localized flooding, while Delhi authorities continue to monitor temperature rises associated with the dry spell.
The IMD will issue further updates as the monsoon progresses, with expectations that the rain band may gradually move towards central India in the coming days.
In contrast, the capital region of Delhi recorded clear skies and no measurable rainfall during the same period. The dry spell in the north‑central belt aligns with the current trough pattern that is steering moisture away from the area.
Meteorologists noted that such a shift is typical of the early monsoon phase, where the system often concentrates over the peninsular region before advancing northwards. Residents in the south are advised to stay alert for localized flooding, while Delhi authorities continue to monitor temperature rises associated with the dry spell.
The IMD will issue further updates as the monsoon progresses, with expectations that the rain band may gradually move towards central India in the coming days.