Monsoon tracker June 20 highlights | IMD warns of isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall in several regions
The India Meteorological Department reports high temperatures in Delhi and a delayed southwest monsoon, raising concerns about the impact of a potential super El Niño. Authorities are monitoring rainfall patterns across several Indian states as heatwave conditions persist.
Why it matters
Climate-driven weather patterns significantly impact India's agricultural output and public health.
Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 40.2 degrees Celsius on Saturday (June 20, 2026), 1.6 notches above normal, as the city experienced hot and humid conditions amid a likely delay in the arrival of the southwest monsoon.
The report is a factual summary of meteorological data and official government forecasts.
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