Monsoon onset over Kerala may see delay, rain likely to pick up after June 11
The onset of the monsoon in Kerala may be delayed due to a developing typhoon and a cyclonic circulation. The India Meteorological Department has indicated that rainfall is expected to increase after June 11. Currently, conditions are largely dry in the region, with a weak monsoon forecasted.
- ▪The monsoon typically begins in Kerala around June 1, but this year it may be delayed.
- ▪A typhoon in the West Pacific is pulling moisture away from the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal.
- ▪Rainfall is expected to pick up after June 11, according to the latest extended range forecast.
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Monsoon onset over Kerala may see delay, rain likely to pick up after June 11There are two factors that are likely to cause a delay or a weak monsoon onset over Kerala - a typhoon and a cyclonic circulation.Published on: May 29, 2026 7:04 AM ISTBy Jayashree NandiShare viaCopy link Though India Meteorological Department (IMD) had forecast a marginally early monsoon onset, its extended range forecast now shows largely dry conditions over Kerala between May 28 and June 4 and only a very marginal improvement during June 4 to June 11.Kochi: Visitors at the Marine Drive on a rainy afternoon.
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