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Madhya Pradesh will have to wait a few more days for the monsoon. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said monsoon will enter the state only after June 10. Before that, parts of the state will face thunderstorms, rain, and heatwave.
On Saturday, light rain was recorded in Indore, Narmadapuram, and Sendhwa. At the same time, 13 cities saw temperatures above 40°C. Cities like Khajuraho and Guna recorded 42.2°C. Gwalior, Naugaon, Satna, and Shivpuri were among the hottest.
Rain, storm, and Heat Alerts
The IMD issued alerts for Sunday and the coming days:
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Thunderstorms and rain are expected in southern districts like Barwani, Khargone, Khandwa, Burhanpur, Betul, Chhindwara, Pandhurna, and Seoni.
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A heatwave alert is in place for June 9–10 in Gwalior, Bhind, Morena, Tikamgarh, Niwari, Chhatarpur, and Panna.
Meteorologists say a cyclonic circulation is active, causing thunderstorms and rain across parts of the state. This weather pattern may continue for the next four days.
The IMD explained that the monsoon has stalled over Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh for the last 10 days. This delay is now affecting its progress into Madhya Pradesh. The next 3–4 days are unlikely to see any significant monsoon movement.
Senior meteorologist Dr. Divya E. Surendran said cyclonic circulation and western disturbances have remained active throughout May. This unusual weather has led to continuous rainfall, storms, and lower-than-usual temperatures for the season.
Record-Breaking May Rainfall
May saw consistent storms and rain across the state. For 43 days—from April 26 to June 7—at least one district recorded rain or a storm. This is highly unusual during peak summer.
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In Indore, 114.8 mm (4.6 inches) of rain fell in May, breaking a 139-year-old record.
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Ujjain also set a new record with 111.8 mm of rainfall.
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In contrast, May wasn’t as hot as April. No city crossed 43°C. Only a few cities crossed 40°C, including Gwalior, Tikamgarh, and Khajuraho.
This weather shift is due to frequent low-pressure systems, troughs, and western disturbances, which kept the heat down and rainfall high.
Weather Summary June 2024
| Date | Area Affected | Weather Event | Temperature Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 8 | Barwani, Khargone, Betul, Seoni | Thunderstorm, rain | 40+°C in 13 cities |
| June 9–10 | Gwalior, Morena, Tikamgarh, Bhind | Heatwave | Guna & Khajuraho at 42.2°C |
| May (overall) | Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, Jabalpur | Storms and rain on all days | Cooler than April |
| May record | Indore, Ujjain | Highest May rainfall in 139 yrs | 114.8 mm (Indore), 111.8 mm (Ujjain) |
| June outlook | Statewide | Monsoon expected post June 10 | Heat in north, rain in south |
Forecast for June
Meteorologists expect similar weather in early June. Thunderstorms and rain are likely till June 5. Temperatures may rise slightly, and humidity will increase. Monsoon is expected to enter the state between June 7 and 10.
Based on past years, the Gwalior-Chambal region will likely be the hottest before monsoon arrives. Cities like Bhopal, Indore, and Ujjain also tend to heat up just before the rains bring relief.
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