Pune, 16th June 2026: Maharashtra has experienced almost no rainfall in the first half of June as the southwest monsoon remains largely stalled. Between June 1 and June 15, the state received only 21.3 mm of rainfall, which is 72% below the seasonal average.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), monsoon advancement across Maharashtra is unlikely over the next four to five days. Even if rainfall activity resumes later in the month, there is a strong possibility that June's total rainfall will remain below normal.
However, IMD model guidance for June 23 suggests a likely increase in rainfall activity along India's west coast, with the wet weather system expected to extend towards parts of North Konkan. This could bring some relief to regions that have witnessed prolonged dry conditions.
The weak monsoon performance is also reflected at the national level. India recorded 32% below-normal rainfall between June 1 and June 15. The country received 42.4 mm of rain during this period against a normal average of 62.1 mm. Much of this rainfall came from monsoon showers over Kerala and weather systems affecting northern India.
Due to the delayed monsoon advance, nearly 71% of the country's geographical area has reported deficient or largely deficient rainfall. Several states, including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Meghalaya and Manipur, have recorded significant rainfall shortages.
Within Maharashtra, districts such as Jalgaon, Jalna, Beed, Dharashiv, Nanded, Akola and Amravati have received near-normal rainfall, while most other regions continue to face a substantial deficit.
Weather experts are closely monitoring developments over the Arabian Sea, as the expected increase in rainfall activity around June 23 could help restart monsoon progress and improve rainfall conditions across parts of western Maharashtra and the Konkan region.