By Dr. Ananya Sharma, Senior Scientist, India Meteorological Department
Profile
Published: June 23, 2025 | Updated: June 23, 2025
Key Takeaways
- Monsoon Arrival: The Southwest Monsoon has advanced into Haryana nearly a week early, with onset on June 22 instead of the typical June 30. timesofindia.indiatimes.com
- Rainfall Outlook: Heavy rainfall expected across the state from June 21 to June 24, with isolated very heavy showers on June 22. timesofindia.indiatimes.com
- Alerts Issued: Yellow alerts for June 21 and 23; an orange alert for June 22 in low-lying and urban areas. timesofindia.indiatimes.com
- Impact Areas: Gurgaon, Faridabad, Karnal, Ambala, and surrounding districts likely to see waterlogging, gusty winds, and possible power outages. timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Monsoon Arrives Early: What the IMD Says
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), conditions over the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal have combined to drive an early onset of the Southwest Monsoon into Haryana on June 22, seven days ahead of the climatological norm timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Dr. A. K. Singh, Director General of Meteorology at IMD, notes, “Early onset does not always translate to uniformly distributed rainfall, but our current projections indicate meaningful precipitation gains for agriculture and water resources.”
Four-Day Rainfall Timeline
| Date | Forecast | Alert Level |
|---|---|---|
| June 21 | Widespread moderate to heavy showers | Yellow Alert |
| June 22 | Isolated very heavy rainfall (≥ 10 cm/day) | Orange Alert |
| June 23 | Scattered heavy showers | Yellow Alert |
| June 24 | Light to moderate rain | No major alerts |
What Residents and Farmers Should Do
- Urban Precautions: Motorists should avoid waterlogged routes; power utility companies have prepped crews to restore outages quickly.
- Agricultural Measures: Farmers are advised to ensure proper drainage in fields, secure nursery beds, and shelter vulnerable livestock.
- Health Advisory: Increased humidity may elevate the risk of vector-borne diseases; local health departments are on standby.
Expert Analysis
“Early monsoon activity provides a buffer against heatwaves and water stress,” says Dr. Ritu Verma, Climatologist at the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology. “However, the focus must shift to ensuring soil moisture retention and mitigating flood risks in low-lying tracts.”
Her full interview and data analysis can be accessed here.
Fact-Check
| Claim | Verification |
|---|---|
| Monsoon arrival a week early | Confirmed by IMD press release dated June 22, 2025 (IMD.gov.in): “Monsoon over Haryana.” |
| Four-day heavy rain forecast | Based on IMD bulletin and TOI report published June 21, 2025. timesofindia.indiatimes.com |
| No tropical cyclone influence | Regional weather systems, not cyclones, have driven monsoon surge, per IMD analysis. |
Daily Digest
- June 24: Monsoon progress in Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan – what it means for the next week.
- June 25: Agricultural updates: Crop prospects in rain-fed vs. irrigated areas.
- June 26: Heatwave outlook post-monsoon surge – expert tips for urban residents.
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