Excess rainfall in northeast monsoon
The Hindu
The State received 444.9 mm of rainfall which is 142% excess for the first 18 days of October
The northeast monsoon is yet to officially commence over Kerala, but the first 18 days of October were extraordinarily active for the State in terms of rainfall.
In the India Meteorological Department (IMD) calendar, the northeast monsoon season officially lasts from October 1 to December 31. During this period, Kerala is expected to receive 491.6 mm of rainfall. During the first 18 days of the month, Kerala recorded 444.9 mm, show IMD data. The State recorded 142% excess rainfall during the 18-day period. This, in IMD terms, is a 'large excess' as the percentage departure is above 60%.
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