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  1. The India Meteorological Department reported on the status of the South West Monsoon in Kerala on May 28, 2026, with forecasts indicating its expected arrival in Delhi during June.

El Niño Impacts Monsoon Patterns, Raising Drought Concerns in India

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A strong El Niño has been confirmed for 2026, with climate models predicting a monsoon deficit greater than 10% for India. The India Meteorological Department noted that the southwest monsoon, which was forecast to reach Kerala by May 26, arrived on June 4. The month of June subsequently closed about 40 per cent below normal rainfall.

From thehindu.com, downtoearth.org.in

Why it matters

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The strengthening El Niño is linked to erratic weather patterns across the region, which experts warn could disrupt food and water systems globally. The climate event is documented as a primary driver causing adverse weather and agricultural risks in India.

The India Meteorological Department reported on the status of the South West Monsoon in Kerala on May 28, 2026, with forecasts indicating its expected arrival in Delhi during June.

From thehindu.com, sbs.com.au

Who's involved

  • El NinoA major climate pattern influencing global weather and monsoon systems
  • KeralaIndian state affected by the early and erratic onset of the monsoon
  • IndiaThe nation experiencing adverse weather patterns and agricultural risks

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • agricultureSpeculative

    Agriculture might face crop failure risk and increased reseeding costs in rain-dependent areas due to delayed monsoon

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How it developed

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  1. IMD issues forecasts regarding the interaction between El Niño and monsoon patterns in Kerala.1 source
  2. El Nino impacts are specifically being felt in India.1 source
  3. El Niño is impacting regional weather patterns in Kerala.1 source
  4. El Nino emergence affects India's rainfall forecast for multiple states.1 source
  5. El Niño impacts the South Indian monsoon, affecting Kerala, Goa, and Karnataka.1 source
  6. El Nino is projected to affect India's monsoon and agricultural sector.1 source
  7. El Nino is intensifying drought risks in Maharashtra as monsoon moves across Southern India.1 source
  8. El Nino is identified as a factor influencing monsoon patterns near the Kerala coast.1 source

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The India Meteorological Department reported on the status of the South West Monsoon in Kerala on May 28, 2026, with forecasts indicating its expected arrival in Delhi during June.

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