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Weather
October Begins with Rain in South India, Dry Spell in North
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🗓 01 Oct 2026, 08:17 AM
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The month of October is expected to start with rainfall across southern states while northern regions face a dry spell, according to the latest weather forecast.
The Indian Meteorological Department released its latest forecast for October, highlighting a contrasting weather pattern across the country.
Southern states, including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, are projected to receive significant rainfall as the monsoon continues to influence the region.
In contrast, northern states such as Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan are likely to experience a dry spell, with limited cloud cover and lower precipitation.
The forecast indicates that this pattern will persist throughout the month, affecting agriculture, water resources, and daily life in both regions.
Southern states, including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, are projected to receive significant rainfall as the monsoon continues to influence the region.
In contrast, northern states such as Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan are likely to experience a dry spell, with limited cloud cover and lower precipitation.
The forecast indicates that this pattern will persist throughout the month, affecting agriculture, water resources, and daily life in both regions.