IMD forecasts above-normal rainfall in September; warns of flood, landslide risks
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IMD forecasts above-normal rainfall in September; warns of flood, landslide risks
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Sunday that the country is expected to receive above-normal rainfall in September. The IMD projects that September’s average rainfall will be over 109% of the long-term normal of 167.9 mm. September could bring landslides and flash floods in Uttarakhand, while normal life in south Haryana, Delhi, and north Rajasthan may also be affected.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Sunday that the country is expected to receive above-normal rainfall in September, capping a monsoon season that has already seen heavy downpours and weather-related disasters across the country.
The IMD projects that September’s average rainfall will be over 109% of the long-term normal of 167.9 mm. While most regions are likely to witness normal to above-normal rainfall, a few pockets — particularly in the northeast, east, extreme southern peninsular India and parts of northwest India — may record below-normal showers.
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Addressing an online press conference, IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra warned of possible disruptions due to heavy rains.
“Many rivers originate in Uttarakhand. So, heavy rainfall means many rivers will be flooded, and it will impact cities and towns downstream. So, we should keep this in mind,” he said.
Mohapatra cautioned that September could bring landslides and flash floods in Uttarakhand, while normal life in south Haryana, Delhi, and north Rajasthan may also be affected by intense rainfall. He further noted that heavy downpours are likely in the upper catchment areas of the Mahanadi river in Chhattisgarh, raising flood concerns.
*With Agency Inputs
India braces for wetter September; IMD cautions against flood, landslide risks
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has projected higher-than-usual rainfall across the country in September. The department has also cautioned that the surplus rains raise the risk of flash floods and landslides in vulnerable zones.
According to the IMD, the average rainfall for September 2025 is expected to cross 109 percent of the long-term normal of 167.9 mm. This indicates that most parts of the country are set to receive normal to above-normal showers.
However, the forecast also highlights some exceptions. Certain pockets in the northeast and eastern states, along with parts of extreme southern peninsular India and isolated areas of northwest India, may record below-normal rainfall during the month.
The department has also cautioned that the surplus rains raise the risk of flash floods and landslides in vulnerable zones, urging states and citizens to remain alert.
India Set For Wetter September; IMD Warns Of Flash Floods, Landslides
India is likely to receive above-normal rainfall in September, the India Meteorological Department says. The forecast suggests that most regions will receive normal to above- normal rainfall. The IMD predicts that the monthly average rainfall for September 2025 will exceed 109% of the long-term average of 167.9 mm.
The IMD predicts that the monthly average rainfall for September 2025 will exceed 109% of the long-term average of 167.9 mm.
The forecast suggests that most regions will receive normal to above-normal rainfall. However, a few areas in the northeast and east, as well as many parts of extreme southern peninsular India and some pockets of northwest India, are likely to experience below-normal rainfall.
Addressing an online press conference, IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra warned that heavy rainfall could trigger landslides and flash floods in Uttarakhand in September and potentially disrupt normal life in south Haryana, Delhi and north Rajasthan.
“Many rivers originate in Uttarakhand. So, heavy rainfall means many rivers will be flooded, and it will impact cities and towns downstream. So, we should keep this in mind,” he said.
He added that heavy rainfall is also expected in the upper catchment areas of the Mahanadi river in Chhattisgarh.