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GeographyThe Hindu25 July 2026
July rain deficit wiped out, but season still 16% below normal
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📌 Summary:
- Exceptionally heavy rainfall over Gujarat — aided by a low-pressure system tracking westward from the Bay of Bengal interacting with a western disturbance — has virtually wiped out India's July rainfall deficit
- As of July 24, July rainfall stood at 215.5 mm against a normal of 215 mm, eliminating the monthly deficit after a dry start
- However, cumulative monsoon rainfall (June 1 to July 24) remained 16.1% below normal nationwide
- Regional disparity is stark: East & Northeast India worst-hit at 31.9% deficit; South Peninsular India at 26.8% shortfall — highlighting uneven monsoon distribution
- July is the most important monsoon month for kharif sowing and reservoir recharge
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