Heavy rain likely in Indore, Ujjain divisions on Sept 28-29:Light showers expected across MP; state records 44.1 inches of rainfall so far

The departing monsoon in Madhya Pradesh is expected to bring heavy rainfall before it fully withdraws. The state’s weather department has issued alerts for intense rain in the Indore, Narmadapuram, Jabalpur, and Ujjain divisions on September 28 and 29. Prior to this, light rain may occur in some districts. On Thursday, Mandla and Rewa recorded nearly 2 inches of rainfall, while light showers were reported in Ujjain, Jabalpur, Satna, Seoni, Sidhi, Umaria, and Balaghat. Bhopal experienced clear skies with bright sunshine, leading to heat and humidity. Indore and Gwalior also saw largely dry and clear conditions. Possibility of rain due to low-pressure area The weather department noted that the monsoon has already retreated from four districts: Neemuch, Sheopur, Bhind, and Morena. It may withdraw from Gwalior, Datia, and Mandsaur in the next one or two days. These districts do not have any rain warnings for Friday. Light rain and thunderstorms are expected across the remaining districts. Over the next two days, some areas may experience light rainfall, but heavy rain alerts have been issued for September 28 and 29. Districts likely to be affected include Indore, Dewas, Khargone, Harda, Khandwa, Burhanpur, Betul, Ujjain, Shajapur, Sehore, Narmadapuram, Chhindwara, and Pandhurna. Monsoon retreats early from 4 districts The monsoon has begun withdrawing from Madhya Pradesh along with Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Haryana. This year, the first withdrawal occurred from Neemuch, Bhind, Morena, and Sheopur, six days earlier than the usual September 30 schedule. These districts have received 35 to 115 percent more rainfall than normal. Sheopur recorded 56.6 inches of rainfall against the normal 26.2 inches, marking a 115 percent increase. Bhind received 32.4 inches, Morena 37 inches, and Neemuch 42.9 inches, exceeding their usual rainfall levels. Monsoon entered Madhya Pradesh on June 16, one day later than scheduled, and is expected to completely withdraw from all districts by October 6. Overall rainfall exceeds normal levels Since the onset of the monsoon, Madhya Pradesh has received an average of 44.1 inches of rainfall, compared to the expected 36.9 inches, exceeding the average by 7.2 inches. With the state’s normal annual rainfall at 37 inches, the monsoon quota of 118 percent has already been achieved. Indore Division shows improvement The Indore and Ujjain divisions faced deficits earlier in the season, with Indore recording the least rainfall at one point. Concerns about whether Indore would meet its normal rainfall quota were eased by heavy September rains, which helped the division reach its target. However, rainfall remains insufficient in Barwani, Khargone, and Khandwa. Ujjain division also continues to fall short, with Shajapur ranked second among districts receiving the least rain. This pattern indicates that while the monsoon is withdrawing, some divisions of Madhya Pradesh may still experience localized heavy showers before the season ends. ​