Southwest Monsoon continues to make rapid progress across India. As of June 30, 2026, it has covered most parts of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Bihar, several districts of Uttar Pradesh, most of Uttarakhand, and parts of Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), weather conditions remain favourable for the monsoon to advance further over the next 2–3 days.
IMD has indicated that the monsoon is expected to advance into remaining parts of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, larger areas of Uttar Pradesh, the entire Union Territory of Daman & Diu, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi weather, Punjab, and parts of Rajasthan during the next few days. As the monsoon progresses, rainfall activity is expected to intensify across these regions.
Madhya Pradesh is likely to experience widespread rainfall between July 1 and July 6. West Madhya Pradesh is expected to receive heavy rainfall on July 1, 5, and 6, while very heavy rainfall is likely at isolated locations between July 2 and July 4. East Madhya Pradesh may witness heavy rainfall from July 4 to July 6. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are also expected across several districts.
Monsoon activity will remain vigorous across Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan between July 1 and July 6.
Delhi, Haryana, and Punjab are expected to receive widespread rainfall from July 2 onwards. Heavy to very heavy rainfall has been forecast for several parts of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, while Rajasthan is likely to witness heavy showers, dust storms, and strong winds between July 2 and July 6. Wind speeds may reach 40–60 km/h, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in many areas.
Monsoon conditions will remain highly active over Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, and Sikkim. Bihar may experience heavy to very heavy rainfall between July 1 and July 4. Odisha is likely to receive heavy rainfall at several places throughout the week. Gangetic West Bengal may witness very heavy rainfall on July 5 and 6.
Rainfall Activity to Intensify Across Western India:
The IMD has forecast increased rainfall over Gujarat, Konkan & Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, and Saurashtra & Kutch.
The Gujarat region is expected to receive widespread rainfall with heavy showers between July 3 and July 6. Konkan & Goa are under a heavy to extremely heavy rainfall alert from July 2 to July 6, while the ghat regions of Madhya Maharashtra could witness extremely heavy rainfall during the same period.
Heavy Rain Forecast for Southern States:
Several states in southern India, including Kerala, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Lakshadweep, are expected to experience persistent rainfall over the next six days. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely over Kerala and South Interior Karnataka, while Coastal Karnataka may receive heavy showers between July 3 and July 6. Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are also expected across parts of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Northeast India to Continue Receiving Widespread Rainfall:
States including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura are expected to receive widespread rainfall over the coming days. Heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is likely at isolated locations across the region.
Lightning and Strong Wind Warning Issued:
IMD has warned of moderate to intense lightning activity on July 1 across several parts of the country. Many regions in North, Central, East, and South India may experience thunderstorms with wind speeds ranging between 40 and 60 km/h. Residents are advised to avoid open fields, isolated trees, and electric poles during severe weather.
Fishermen Advised Not to Venture into the Sea:
The weather department has issued a marine warning for the period July 1–5, cautioning fishermen against venturing into the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal due to rough sea conditions. The advisory covers coastal areas of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Odisha, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, the Andaman Sea, and Lakshadweep, where strong winds and high waves are expected.
Weather Outlook: With the Southwest Monsoon steadily advancing across the country, rainfall activity is expected to become more widespread over the next few days. Several states are likely to witness heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds. Residents in vulnerable areas are advised to stay updated with official weather advisories and take necessary precautions, while farmers and fishermen should closely follow IMD warnings before planning outdoor or marine activities.
FAQs:
1. What is the latest Southwest Monsoon Update?
The Southwest Monsoon has covered most parts of Central and Eastern India and is expected to advance further into North and Northwest India over the next 2–3 days.
2. Which states are likely to receive heavy rainfall this week?
Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, West Bengal, Kerala, Karnataka, and Maharashtra are expected to receive heavy rainfall.
3. Has IMD issued any thunderstorm warning?
Yes. IMD has forecast thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds of 40–60 km/h across several parts of North, Central, East, and South India.
4. What advice has IMD given to fishermen?
Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal from July 1 to July 5 due to rough sea conditions and strong winds.
5. How can farmers benefit from the latest monsoon forecast?
Farmers should monitor the latest Southwest Monsoon Update and IMD advisories to plan sowing, irrigation, fertilizer application, and harvesting activities safely.
