The southwest monsoon is expected to make a strong comeback this week after a quiet and uncomfortable spell across many parts of India. According to the latest weather outlook, rainfall activity is likely to first strengthen over Northeast India and then spread across East, Central and North India, bringing relief to regions that have faced sticky heat, high humidity and long dry gaps through much of July. The main trigger behind this revival is a fresh low-pressure area forming over the Bay of Bengal, which is expected to pull moist winds inland and help shift the monsoon trough back into a more active position. The monsoon trough acts like the rain-bearing spine of the season, and when it moves north toward the Himalayan foothills, the plains often turn drier while hill regions receive heavier rain. This pattern contributed to the recent break-monsoon phase, during which Central India and parts of the plains saw subdued rainfall, while heat and humidity made conditions feel harsher than the actual temperature. With the trough now expected to move back south and the Bay of Bengal system pushing moisture into the country, widespread showers and thunderstorms are likely over several regions. The revival could help farmers with sowing of crops such as rice, soybean, cotton and pulses, especially in areas waiting for dependable rainfall. However, one week of rain may not be enough to erase the seasonal deficit, as reports indicate that India has received lower-than-normal rainfall so far in July. The next few weeks will therefore be important for agriculture, reservoir levels and overall monsoon performance. While the rain will bring relief from heat, it may also increase the risk of waterlogging, local flooding, lightning, landslides in hill states and travel disruption in vulnerable areas. People are advised to follow IMD alerts, avoid flooded roads, plan travel carefully and stay updated with local weather advisories as the monsoon enters a more active phase.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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