India Faces Unprecedented June Dry Spell Impacting Agricultural Output | Science-Environment

Farming worries after India records driest June in over a decade

Weaker monsoon rains are likely to impact farm output but the government says it has enough grain stocks to deal with any shortages.

June 2026 Among Driest On Record: Why Monsoon Rains Failed to Arrive

India's monsoon in 2026 began on a weak note, marked by a significant rainfall deficit in June and delayed advancement over parts of northwest India.

India Faces Unprecedented June Dry Spell Impacting Agricultural Output | Science-Environment

India experienced its driest June in over a decade with monsoon rainfall 39.8% below average, affecting crop planting. The delay in monsoon has left northern plains extremely hot. With about 70% of annual rains from the monsoon supporting agriculture, the deficit poses a significant impact on the economy.

Why June 2026 Became One of India’s Driest Months in More Than a Century | 📰 LatestLY

India recorded its fifth-driest June since 1901, with the IMD reporting just 99.5 mm of rainfall against the normal 165.3 mm, resulting in a 40% rainfall deficit. The delayed southwest monsoon affected kharif sowing and prolonged heatwave conditions. However, the IMD says the monsoon is regaining momentum, with widespread rainfall expected across several regions in early July. 📰 Why June 2026 Became One of India’s Driest Months in More Than a C…

Monsoon delay: India sees fifth-driest June in 126 years, stares at 40% rain deficit

The prolonged dry spell has already begun affecting agriculture, with kharif sowing slowing sharply across several states due to insufficient soil moisture.