India Monsoon Starts Almost 40% Short as El Niño Upends Weather (opens original article in a new tab)

India's monsoon has started 40% below normal due to El Niño, threatening crops, industry, and water supply with persistent dry conditions.

• India's monsoon rainfall was nearly 40% below normal as of Wednesday, according to the India Meteorological Department
• El Niño is causing abnormal dryness in India, with predictions of persistent dry conditions through July and August
• Poor monsoon rainfall threatens crops, industrial activity, and water supply, with potential for export restrictions and delayed planting periods
• Weather models indicate a weak monsoon, with temporary regional improvements but no full normalization