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Monsoon ticks 11 percent lower than LPA this season, IMD
07-Aug-2026, 03:36
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that from July 30 to August 5, 2026, rainfall was normal across the country, being 7% above the Long Period Average (LPA). It was excessive in the South Peninsula, normal in Central India and East & Northeast India, and deficient in Northwest India. From June 1 to August 5, 2026, cumulative rainfall was 11% below the normal category.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that from July 30 to August 5, 2026, rainfall was normal across the country, being 7% above the Long Period Average (LPA). It was excessive in the South Peninsula, normal in Central India and East & Northeast India, and deficient in Northwest India. From June 1 to August 5, 2026, cumulative rainfall was 11% below the normal category.