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- In July 2026, monsoon activity is strong across most of India, with heavy rain benefiting states like Maharashtra, Bihar, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
- However, Delhi-NCR, Haryana, western Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand remain largely dry, with daytime temperatures of 35-38 degrees and humid nights.
- The India Meteorological Department attributes this to an active monsoon trough positioned over central India and a western disturbance bringing dry north-westerly winds that suppress cloud formation over the north.
- The dry spell is raising concerns for farmers dependent on irrigation, groundwater levels, and Delhi's water supply, though the IMD expects some relief as the trough shifts north in the next few days.
What to watch next
- Whether the monsoon trough shifts northward in the next 3-4 days, bringing light to moderate rain to Delhi-NCR, Haryana and western UP
- Impact of the prolonged dry spell on kharif crops, groundwater levels and irrigation demand in north India
- Yamuna river levels and water availability in Delhi if the dry conditions continue
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