The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has retained its April forecast for ‘above normal’ rainfall from June-September. It expects the country to see about 92 cm of rainfall (106% of the long-period average) during this southwest monsoon season, slightly higher than the 91.3 cm (105% of the average) rainfall that it had forecast in April.
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Except for the northeast and northwestern parts of the country, most of India will receive ‘above normal’ rainfall. In June alone, the country is likely to receive at least 8% more than its average quota of 16.7 cm.
The monsoon came early this year, reaching Kerala on May 24, a week ahead of its normal onset date of June 1. Not since the monsoon of 2009 has its arrival been this early. Moreover, the monsoon also advanced to Mumbai early, breaking a 35-year-old record by reaching the city on May 26, two weeks ahead of the norm. The seasonal rains also advanced faster than usual to many parts of Karnataka, Goa, and central Maharashtra.
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Despite the red alert, Kozhikode on Tuesday had a respite from incessant rain that lashed the district for four days. Though it rained heavily during the forenoon, the rest of the day was rather sunny. However, the district continues to be under red alert. The District Collectors of Kozhikode and Wayanad have declared a holiday for all educational institutions, including anganwadis and tuition centres, on Wednesday as well.
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