Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Madhya Pradesh has received an average of 41.3 inches of rainfall so far, which is 12% (4.3 inches) more than normal.
The state’s normal average is 37 inches, which was already crossed last week. Compared to the expected 33.4 inches for this period, Madhya Pradesh has received 7.9 inches more.
Water storage levels are at full capacity in 30 districts, including Bhopal, Gwalior, Rajgarh, Raisen, Vidisha, and Seoni. Another 10 districts are nearing their limit. Some districts like Sheopur have received 213% of expected rainfall, while Gwalior, Chambal, and Sagar regions are in the best condition.
Current Weather (11:00 AM) | IMD Bhopal
Regional weather
Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain: No heavy rain forecast for the next four days; sunny weather returned to Bhopal on Tuesday.
Jabalpur Division: Likely to witness heavy rain in some districts on Wednesday and Thursday.
Recent Rainfall: Sagar recorded 1.25 inches and Khajuraho half an inch on Monday. Light drizzle was reported in Chhindwara and Umaria.
Dam and river Updates
Three gates of the Tawa Dam in Itarsi, Narmadapuram remained open marking the third time this season. Several eastern districts, including Chhatarpur, Mandla, Tikamgarh, and Umaria have seen flooding due to excess rainfall.
Weather forecast ahead
According to meteorologists, there is no heavy rainfall alert across the state for Tuesday. However, certain districts may experience significant showers on Wednesday and Thursday.
The monsoon is expected to stay active through September, potentially bringing an additional 10 inches of rainfall to the state.
