When Will Monsoon Reach Delhi? IMD Predicts June 25-30 Arrival After Maharashtra Entry

The southwest monsoon has maintained a steady pace after a delayed start in Kerala, reaching Maharashtra on schedule and improving the chances of arriving in Delhi within its usual timeframe later this month. While the rainy season began later than normal along the Kerala coast, rapid advancement over the past few days has helped it regain momentum across western India.

Monsoon Recovers Ground After Late Start in Kerala

The monsoon made landfall in Kerala on June 4, three days later than its normal onset date of June 1. Its arrival was also significantly behind the India Meteorological Department's earlier projection, which had suggested an onset around May 26.

Despite the delay, the weather system moved swiftly northward. By June 5, it had covered large stretches of the western coastline up to Goa before entering Maharashtra on June 6, matching its usual schedule for the state.

The timely progress into Maharashtra has eased concerns that the delayed onset in Kerala could affect the monsoon's overall movement across the country.

Delhi Likely to Receive Monsoon Between June 25 and 30

According to the IMD's monsoon tracking outlook, Delhi and the National Capital Region are expected to witness the arrival of the southwest monsoon between June 25 and June 30.

A similar timeline has been projected for neighbouring areas, including Noida, Gurugram and Ghaziabad, as well as other parts of northern India.

After reaching Delhi, the monsoon is expected to continue its advance towards northwestern regions, covering parts of Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh, and Jammu and Kashmir.

Last year, the monsoon reached Delhi on June 29, which was two days later than the normal onset date of June 27 based on the 1961-2019 average.

Hot Conditions to Continue in Delhi Before Monsoon Arrival

Residents of the national capital are likely to experience warm and humid weather over the coming week before monsoon rains arrive. Forecasts indicate maximum temperatures ranging from 36°C to 41°C, while minimum temperatures are expected to remain between 26°C and 29°C.

On June 7, Delhi is likely to record a minimum temperature of 28°C and a maximum of 40°C. Partly cloudy skies are expected, with chances of thunder and lightning.

The weather is forecast to remain mostly clear on June 8, with temperatures ranging from 28°C to 41°C.

Strong surface winds are likely during the daytime on both June 9 and June 10, when temperatures are expected to hover around 41°C.

Conditions may begin to change from June 11, when thunderstorms and rain are forecast alongside temperatures between 29°C and 40°C. More significant relief is expected on June 12, with rain and thunderstorms likely to bring temperatures down to around 36°C during the day.

Maharashtra Set for Rainfall Boost as Monsoon Advances

The arrival of the monsoon in Maharashtra is expected to trigger widespread rainfall across several districts, offering respite from intense summer heat and supporting agricultural activities ahead of the kharif season.

Meteorologists have also indicated favourable conditions for the monsoon to continue advancing over the next two to three days. The weather system is expected to spread further into Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, while also covering parts of Telangana, the remaining areas of Tamil Nadu, and additional regions over the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal and northeastern India.

As the monsoon continues its steady march across the country, attention will now shift to northern India, where Delhi and adjoining regions await the season's arrival later this month.