In Episode 30 of the Skymet Podcast, Air Vice Marshal GP Sharma (Retd.), President of Meteorology at Skymet, discusses the early onset of the Southwest Monsoon 2025. The monsoon has entered the South Andaman Sea on May 13, which is 8–9 days ahead of its usual schedule. If it reaches Kerala around May 27 ±2 days, it will mark the earliest onset since 2009.

AVM Sharma breaks down the significance of this early onset, satellite imagery insights, and evolving atmospheric conditions. He also analyses global climate parameters like ENSO, IOD, ONI, and the Nino Index, and their implications on the monsoon's trajectory. Stay tuned for further updates as the season unfolds.

Tune in as we break down the science behind pre-monsoon storms and discuss the critical measures needed to safeguard the skies. Listen now and share your thoughts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, JioSaavn, Gaana, and Audible!

Pre-Monsoon Storms: Why They Occur and How Does It Affect Aircraft | Skymet Podcast EP-29

In this episode of the Skymet Podcast, we dive into the volatile pre-monsoon season that’s gripping large parts of India. With dust storms, strong winds, thunderclouds, lightning, and hailstorms becoming frequent, the skies are turning unpredictable — not just for residents but also for aviation. Our experts explore how these sudden and intense weather events disrupt air travel, leading to flight delays, diversions, and serious safety concerns. What causes these phenomena? How prepared is our aviation infrastructure to handle them?

Tune in as we break down the science behind pre-monsoon storms and discuss the critical measures needed to safeguard the skies.

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In this special episode of the Skymet Podcast, we turn our focus to the tragic cloudburst that recently struck Ramban in Jammu & Kashmir, claiming lives and causing widespread damage. Our experts unravel the science behind cloudbursts- what triggers these sudden downpours, why they are so frequent in hilly regions, and how we can prepare better to reduce their devastating impact. From early warnings to infrastructure readiness, this episode delves into the vulnerabilities of mountain communities and the urgent need for robust mitigation strategies.

Stay tuned as we continue to decode extreme weather events and their implications across India. Listen now and share your thoughts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, JioSaavn, Gaana, and Audible!

In this special episode of the Skymet Podcast, Air Vice Marshal G.P. Sharma and Mahesh Palwat break down the recent developments in global climate patterns, focusing on the weakening of La Niña and the shift to neutral conditions in the equatorial Pacific.

They have explained how the rise in sea surface temperatures signals the end of La Niña and why this transition is critical for India's monsoon. With El Niño out of the picture for the next few months, there appears to be no major climatic threat to the upcoming monsoon season. In fact, the indicators point towards a promising year of good rainfall. The episode also sheds light on what neutral ENSO conditions mean for agriculture and water resources, and why they are considered favorable for the Indian subcontinent.

Stay tuned as we continue to track and decode the 2025 Monsoon in our upcoming episodes. Listen now and share your thoughts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, JioSaavn, Gaana and Audible!

In Part 2 of this special episode, Air Vice Marshal GP Sharma and Mahesh Palawat take the monsoon forecast a step further with region-wise and month-wise rainfall distribution across India for the Southwest Monsoon 2025.

Between June 1 and September 30, India is expected to receive 3% more rainfall than normal. While the long-period average is 868.6 mm, this year’s seasonal rainfall could reach around 895 mm. June may witness 4% below-normal rainfall, followed by a recovery in July with 2% above-normal rains. August could bring the strongest surge with 8% excess rainfall, while September may close with 4% more than usual.

The western coast and central India are likely to receive above-normal rainfall, whereas the northeastern states, Jammu & Kashmir, and other hilly regions may see a shortfall. Most other regions are expected to experience normal rainfall.

This episode offers detailed insights on how each region will fare during the monsoon months. Make sure to listen the part of this comprehensive forecast and share your valuable reviews with us.

In this special episode of our podcast series, Air Vice Marshal GP Sharma and Mahesh Palawat have brought you the much-awaited detailed analysis of the Indian Monsoon for the year 2025.

This episode unveils Skymet's comprehensive forecast for the Southwest Monsoon 2025, explaining how the monsoon is likely to behave from June to September. We break down rainfall predictions for every state, month by month—highlighting regions that may receive above-normal rainfall, those expected to see normal rains along with the areas where rainfall could fall short.

The forecast is backed by an in-depth analysis of key weather factors such as ENSO, IOD, and other critical climate indicators. We also walk you through how this forecast was prepared and the science behind it.

As per Skymet’s assessment, the 2025 monsoon is likely to be normal. Don’t miss this insightful episode packed with data, context and clarity. Also, make sure to check the second part of this special edition, published on our channel.

In this special and exclusive 26th episode of the Skymet Podcast series, Air Vice Marshal G.P. Sharma unravels the mystery of April cyclones- why do they form in the Bay of Bengal but rarely make landfall in India? How does this phenomenon relate to the upcoming monsoon? Plus, get insights into the April 2025 forecast, expected storm activity and historical trends showing why only two major cyclones have formed in April over the past one decade.

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In this episode, our experts analyze the weather outlook for the last days of March across Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. Will pre-monsoon activities pick up in April? How intense will the heatwave be? and what are the chances of hailstorms? Plus, get insights into this year’s monsoon update and what it means for the months ahead.

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