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India's Monsoon Forecast: Below-Normal Rainfall Expected in August
India's Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast below-normal rainfall across the country for August. This prediction is attributed to the ongoing impact of El Niño, which is expected to continue influencing weather patterns. While July saw some changes in monsoon intensity, the outlook for August suggests reduced rainfall. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has also indicated a possibility of a strong El Niño between August and October 2026, potentially leading to increased global temperatures and altered rainfall patterns.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 0 · Centre 10 · Right 3 n = 13
- Centre (10 votes, 11 outlets): Amar Ujala, Business Standard, Haribhoomi, Mint, Nai Dunia, Navbharat Times · The Times of India (Times Group — 1 vote), Prabhat Khabar, Telangana Today, The Free Press Journal, The Indian Express
- Right (3 votes, 4 outlets): Aaj Tak · India Today (India Today Group — 1 vote), Dainik Jagran, The Pioneer