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Delhi-NCR gets much needed respite from heatwave with heavy rainfall
Delhi Rains: Delhi-NCR experienced significant relief from scorching heat with heavy rainfall drenching several parts on Thursday morning. Areas like Sarita Vihar, Munirka, and Noida were particularly affected, with the IMD issuing a yellow alert for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds up to 30 km/h. The forecast predicts increasing rain intensity through Friday and Saturday, with possible gusts by Sunday. Temperatures are expected to drop gradually, reaching 34 degrees Celsius on Sunday.
Monsoon expected to arrive in Delhi by week end: Skymet
Delhi's weather has changed due to the effect of a western disturbance, resulting in a drop in the maximum temperature. Delhi has been receiving pre-monsoon showers, bringing some respite from the scorching heat. Delhi had been reeling from sweltering heat, recording nine heatwave days in June so far against none in 2023 and 2022.
Weather alert: IMD warns of depression over the Bay of Bengal. Will it turn into a cyclone?
IMD forecasts low-pressure area over Bay of Bengal, bringing rain to Odisha. Skymet predicts depression with thunderstorm activities. Monsoon advances into Nicobar Islands and South Andaman Sea, expected in Kerala by May 31st
Above-normal Southwest monsoon chances bring hope for India's agricultural sector: Geojit report
Multiple meteorological organisations are predicting above-normal rainfall during this year's southwest monsoon season in the Indian subcontinent. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts the total rainfall from June to September to be 106% of the long-period average. Last year's southwest monsoon ended with a 6% deficit due to El Nino, causing variations in rainfall distribution. Some regions experienced shortages while others, like West Rajasthan and Saurashtra-Kutch, received ample rainfall. However, 7 subdivisions, including Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura, experienced deficient rainfall.
El Nino effect raises concerns over monsoon: Divergent forecasts by IMD and private forecaster
An ET analysis found that this is not the first time that their forecasts have differed. In three of the last six years, IMD and Skymet agreed on the intensity of rainfall during the southwest monsoon.
Normal monsoon forecast eases crop and growth concerns for India
Hundreds of millions of farmers across Asia’s third-largest economy depend on the annual monsoon to nourish their fields. Ample rains may boost production of crops like rice, soybeans, corn and sugar cane, helping to lower food prices and aiding the govt's efforts to cool inflation.
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Monsoon 2023 to be below normal amid El Nino threat, forecasts Skymet
Likelihood of El Nino is increasing and its probability to become a dominant category during the monsoon is growing large, says Skymet. Going ahead, monsoon will be a key factor to RBI's policy stance, experts say.
World Meteorological Day: Outlook sunny for private forecasters in India
According to a report from Allied Market Research, the weather forecasting and services market will grow to $2.7 billion this year, up from $1.2 billion in 2016, with short-range forecasting driving much of this boom.
Top food-producing states face rainfall shortage
India gets about three quarters of its annual rains during the June-September southwest monsoon and its progress is a key determinant of the country's agricultural output and rural incomes. Along with the amount of rain, its spread is also vital, as heavy showers in a short span in some areas could erase the seasonal deficit but may cause floods and hurt farm output.
Patchy Indian monsoon set to cheer palm traders 3,000 miles away
Inbound shipments of palm oil will be higher in the year starting on Nov. 1 than an estimated 8 million tons in 2020-21, said G.G. Patel, a veteran trader and managing partner of GGN Research
NCDEX to publish two rainfall-based indices on Wednesday
The two indices will only be representative indices of rainfall in the country and won’t be available for trading.
Skymet estimates record 113.66 million tonnes of wheat output
There is slight difference in Skymet’s estimation and the government’s second advance estimates, which was released in February this year. According to government’s second advance estimate, the out of wheat is likely to be 106.21 million tonnes while that of gram would be 11.22 million tonnes.
Weather forecasting in times of extreme weather events
As extreme weather events become more common, demand for better forecasting is disrupting the entire space.
70% chance of El Nino this year: Australia weather department
“The chance of El Nino developing in 2019 has increased to approximately 70%, around triple the normal likelihood,” the Australian Bureau of Meteorology said.
Mumbai rains: City could see worse spell than 26 July 2005, warns Skymet
The weather predicting agency has warned the the financial capital of the country could see much more rains between June 6 to 12.
Below-normal monsoon belies forecast, season's rainfall deficit at 5%
Agriculture experts said there are some concerns about crops in parts of the country even as the overall farm situation remains positive.
Grain output testing record with stronger monsoon
Forecasts for the first above-average monsoon in India in three years is set to boost planting of crops from rice to oilseeds, with record food grain output possible.
Skymet’s rainfall prediction way off mark: Centre
The rainfall during August is likely to be 90 per cent of average, with an error of nine percentage points, as was forecast in June.
Weak monsoon phase likely to continue over the next few days
As of Sunday, the country as a whole received 5.2 mm of rain during the past 24 hours, 41% below the normal level of 8.9 mm.
Skymet may revise monsoon forecast again; June-July predictions off the mark
Skymet may revise its monsoon forecast after its July prediction turned out to be off the mark and rainfall in June was higher than estimated.
Monsoon to hit Kerala on May 30, will reach Mumbai by June 7, Delhi by June 30
The agriculture ministry has been working closely with various agriculture universities and research institutes to minimise the impact of the likely deficiency in rainfall.
Skymet sees normal monsoon this year
Skymet expects a few dry patches in parts of northwest, central and south India but on the whole it is optimistic of normal rains in 2015.
Chill & mist may welcome US President Barack Obama on Republic Day
"It (January 26 in the past 10 years) has never been a clear morning and has either been hazy or misty morning," said GP Sharma of Skymet Weather Services.
Skymet raises $4.5 million to better R&D services
Weather forecasting company Skymet Weather Services raised $4.5 million from a consortium of investors led by Asia Pacific.
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Monsoon rainfall expected to hit Southern coast on June 1
This year’s monsoon is forecast to be below normal, but timely onset is expected to help crops and bring relief to city dwellers.
Demand for accurate weather predictions heralds burgeoning business opportunity for private forecasting firms
From being the preserve of IMD, answer to ‘What’s the weather going to be like?’ is being offered by private entrants to climate forecasting in India.
Rainfall 6% above normal: Count on a good crop, despite monsoon fury
Total rainfall has been 6% above normal since June 1, and is forecast to continue for another week. The season saw good, well-spread rainfall.
Skymet predicts below-normal rainfall in north after July 24
A short break in rains during July is conducive for the kharif crop, particularly paddy, cotton and oilseeds.
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