Jaipur, Aug 16
The monsoon has made a powerful impact in Rajasthan this year. Between June 1 and August 14, the state recorded 436.7 mm of rainfall, surpassing the seasonal average of 435.6 mm, which is a milestone typically expected by September 30. This means that Rajasthan achieved its full monsoon quota over one and a half months ahead of schedule.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts continued favorable conditions, with good rainfall expected in the final two weeks of August.
The monsoon arrived in Rajasthan about a week earlier than expected, and its impact was felt immediately. From the onset through the first week of August, the state experienced continuous and heavy rainfall. June and July alone witnessed nearly twice the average rainfall for the period.
Although the monsoon weakened in early August, with a noticeable break in the second week, rainfall by then had already surpassed the seasonal average.
August alone recorded 26.4 mm of rain in just 14 days -- pushing the season's tally past the yearly target. The most remarkable aspect of this year’s monsoon was the exceptional rainfall in July. Rajasthan recorded 285 mm of rain during the month -- breaking a 69-year-old record. The previous record was set in 1956, with 308 mm of rainfall.