The southwest monsoon has made significant advances into several regions of India as of June 8, 2026, covering additional areas in Karnataka and Maharashtra, along with some parts of Andhra Pradesh. Despite this progress, many regions in north and central India are grappling with hot and dry weather conditions. The western branch of the monsoon has been steadily moving through the Arabian Sea and has now reached various southern and central states.

According to meteorologists, the Northern Limit of Monsoon (NLM) currently stretches through specific locations including Harnai and Sangli in Maharashtra, Kalaburagi in Karnataka, Nandyal in Andhra Pradesh, and Chennai in Tamil Nadu. The northeast states, particularly Tripura, eastern Assam, and Arunachal Pradesh, have mostly been covered by the monsoon. The eastern boundary runs through Kailashahar, eastern Assam, and North Lakhimpur, as reported by Devendra Tripathi, founder of Mausam Tak.

However, the eastern arm of the monsoon is reportedly weak and delayed due to diminished activity observed over the central and western regions of the Bay of Bengal. Even though the monsoon reached Kerala three days later than the usual timeframe, its western arm has since upheld a nearly normal pace of progression.

Rainfall Forecast for Western and Southern Regions

During the next 24 hours, increased rainfall activity is expected across western and southern parts of India. Areas south of Mumbai and Pune in Maharashtra, including Konkan, Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, and parts of Marathwada, are likely to receive rain. Additionally, isolated showers are predicted for Vidarbha.

The Karnataka coast is forecasted to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall, raising concerns about localized flooding in the region. Similar meteorological conditions are anticipated for Goa, with intense rainfall also possible in districts like Sindhudurg and Satara in Maharashtra. Widespread heavy rain is expected in Kerala, while Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and portions of interior Karnataka may experience lighter to moderate showers.

In the meantime, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat are still awaiting the monsoon’s arrival, although some southern and coastal districts may expect cloud cover and isolated rainfall soon.

North India Anticipates Continued Heat

Despite the potential for isolated thunderclouds, these events are not expected to herald the onset of sustained monsoon conditions in northern India. Current weather patterns indicate a persisting lack of significant rainfall across these regions as temperatures remain elevated.

This change in weather patterns has raised concerns about agricultural impact, particularly on crops relying heavily on the monsoon rains. The disparity in weather conditions highlights the uneven distribution of precipitation across the country and indicates a complex monsoon season ahead.

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