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IMD Predicts Above-Normal Rainfall In October, Four-Month Monsoon Ends With 8% Surplus

Expert warns rising heat, humidity, and above-normal October rains will intensify discomfort and heat stress across India.

New Delhi: India has formally concluded its four-month Southwest Monsoon season, finishing on September 30, with the country overall experiencing a surplus of 8 per cent in rainfall. On Tuesday, the India Meteorology Department (IMD) indicated that there is "very likely" to be continued prolonged wet conditions in themonths ahead, with it being expected that there will be above-normal rainfall in October.

Above-Normal Rainfall in October is Expected

“India is highly likely to experience rainfall in excess of 115 per cent of the Long Period Average (

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