The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Monsoon covers entire country, a day later than normal
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Jacob P Koshy
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The southwest monsoon has officially covered all of India as of July 9, 2026, marking a slightly delayed arrival compared to the historical average. Despite the slow start, the IMD reports an improvement in rainfall deficits, though July forecasts remain cautious.
The southwest monsoon covered the entire country on Thursday (July 9, 2026), a day later than its normal date, after advancing into the remaining parts of the north Arabian Sea, Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab, India Meteorological Department (IMD) officials said.
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