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Earliest Monsoon Hits India Since 2009

CosmicTaco · 2025-05-24T13:27:04.492074+05:30

- The southwest monsoon arrived in Kerala on Saturday, marking its earliest arrival over the Indian mainland since 2009, according to the IMD. - Typically, the monsoon reaches Kerala by June 1 and covers the entire country by July 8, with withdrawal starting around September 17. - Historical data shows varied onset dates, with the earliest recorded on May 19, 1990, highlighting no direct link between onset and total seasonal rainfall. - The IMD forecasts above-normal rainfall for the 2025 season, dismissing El Nino's impact, which usually lowers rainfall. - Monsoon rains are vital for agriculture, supporting 42% of India's population and contributing significantly to GDP, besides replenishing essential reservoirs. Source: [NDTV](https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/monsoon-arrives-in-india-earliest-onset-over-indian-mainland-since-2009-8494912)

The southwest monsoon arrived in Kerala on Saturday, marking its earliest arrival over the Indian mainland since 2009, according to the IMD.
Typically, the monsoon reaches Kerala by June 1 and covers the entire country by July 8, with withdrawal starting around September 17.
Historical data shows varied onset dates, with the earliest recorded on May 19, 1990, highlighting no direct link between onset and total seasonal rainfall.
The IMD forecasts above-normal rainfall for the 2025 season, dismissing El Nino's impact, which usually lowers rainfall.
Monsoon rains are vital for agriculture, supporting 42% of India's population and contributing significantly to GDP, besides replenishing essential reservoirs.

Source: NDTV