Pune has recorded its highest minimum temperature in June since 2019, as the monsoon’s arrival in the region continues to be delayed. The city is experiencing warmer than usual conditions, with the minimum temperature at Shivajinagar reaching 25.8°C on June 9, according to reports from June 10, 2026. This marks a significant deviation from the typical weather patterns for this time of year.
Monsoon Deficit and Above-Normal Temperatures
The delayed monsoon is contributing to the persistent heat across Pune and other parts of Maharashtra. Meteorologists cite the lack of support from atmospheric phenomena such as the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO) as a primary reason for the weak and sluggish monsoon activity across India. Nationally, India’s cumulative rainfall remains substantially below normal for the period into June, highlighting the slow pace of monsoon advancement in many areas.
Information available with The Chenab Times indicates that while the monsoon has entered Maharashtra, it currently lacks the intensity to bring widespread rainfall to the state. Forecasts suggest light rainfall in parts of Konkan, Madhya Maharashtra, and Marathwada between June 10 and June 13, with some areas in Vidarbha potentially receiving moderate showers. However, for Pune and Mumbai, the arrival of the first widespread monsoon rains is still uncertain.
Historical Temperature Data and Weather Patterns
Data from recent years indicates a trend of rising temperatures in Pune during May and June. May 2026, for instance, recorded an average maximum temperature of 37.98°C and an average minimum temperature of 24.12°C, the highest for the month since at least 2014. Rainfall in May 2026 was also below normal, with Shivajinagar receiving only 13.3 mm, making it the driest May since 2022. The initial days of June are also expected to be hotter, with temperatures potentially hovering around 40°C before the monsoon’s arrival.
Historically, the southwest monsoon typically reaches Pune around June 10. However, factors such as El Nino have been forecast to impact monsoon patterns, potentially leading to below-normal rainfall in many regions of India. This year’s monsoon onset in Kerala was also delayed, further impacting the timeline for its arrival in Maharashtra.
National Rainfall Deficit
The sluggish start to the monsoon season is a national concern, with India’s cumulative rainfall for the first nine days of June being 24.3 percent below normal. This deficit underscores the widespread impact of the delayed and weak monsoon across the country, with exceptions noted in the Northeast and Western Himalayan regions where rainfall is expected to be higher.
Weather officials are closely monitoring atmospheric conditions for any changes that might accelerate the monsoon’s progress. The anticipation for relief from the heat and humidity remains high among residents, as they await the season’s first substantial rainfall.
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