Monsoon activity in Andhra Pradesh is struggling. 17 of 28 districts reported below-average rainfall from June 1 to June 14. Southwest Monsoon arrived June 6,but extreme heat persists. Ongoing El Niño makes it worse.
India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Amaravati predicts light showers in some spots across three regions: South Coastal A.P. and Rayalaseema,over coming week. North Coastal A.P. might get brief rain too. A trough from west-central Bay of Bengal to south Tamil Nadu might help these showers,stretching 3.1 to 4.5 kilometers above sea level.
June 14 saw varied rainfall; Devanabanda in Kurnool district recorded highest at 50 mm. Pachipenta in Srikakulam had 38.5 mm,Gurla in Vizianagaram 36.5 mm. IMD says thunderstorms,with lightning,likely at isolated spots June 15 in districts like Manyam,Alluri Sitarama Raju,East Godavari,others.
Despite light showers forecast,overall monsoon performance is still a concern as many areas face the dual hits of not enough rain and high heat…
