- Monsoon arrival date for Delhi (IMD prediction)
- Previous years data – pattern
- Pre-monsoon dust storms – kya relief denge?
Normal monsoon arrival in Delhi: June 27 This year prediction: June 28 – July 2
Previous years monsoon arrival
| Year | Date | Delay |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | June 29 | 2 days late |
| 2023 | June 25 | 2 days early |
| 2022 | June 30 | 3 days late |
| 2021 | June 28 | 1 day late |
| 2020 | June 26 | 1 day early |
Average: June 27-28. Never before June 25 in the last 5 years.
Pre-monsoon dust storms (aandhi + thodi barish)
Before actual monsoon, there will be dust storms (aandhi) with thunder and light rain.
Probability: 40% in next 10 days. Temporary relief: temperature down by 5-7°C for 1-2 hours. Then: humidity up, feels like hotter.
Reason 1 – Western disturbances weak
Reason 2 – High pressure over central India
Reason 3 – El Nino effect Global phenomenon, India monsoon delay.
| Week | Action |
|---|---|
| Week 1 (current) | AC service, water storage, power bank, sunscreen |
| Week 2 | Avoid outdoor 12-4 PM, ORS daily |
| Pre-monsoon (expected from June 20) | Keep umbrella, but don’t trust rain |
Plant trees (1 tree = 2-3°C cooler local temp)
Paint roof white (reflects sunlight)
Use AC at 24°C with fan – saves 30-40% bill
Bottom Line
Monsoon still 15-20 days away. Pre-monsoon dust storms possible but no lasting relief. Prepare for heat till June end. AC service. Water storage. ORS.
Action steps (aaj hi):
Check AC filter – clean it.
Store 20 liters water for power cuts.
Keep ORS sachets in office bag and home.
Image 2: Pre-monsoon dust storm vs actual rain graphic