Monsoon divide: Bengaluru sees excess rainfall as rest of Karnataka dries up

Overall, the south interior Karnataka region recorded 55 mm of rainfall, which matches the long-term average. In contrast, the Malnad and Coastal districts, which are essential to several rivers and tributaries, experienced a 59 per cent rainfall deficit.

The Malnad districts have recorded 102 mm of rainfall, compared to an average of 250 mm. Meanwhile, the coastal districts, which typically receive an average of 584 mm during this period, have received 242 mm of rainfall so far. Overall, the state is experiencing a 32 per cent rainfall deficit.

According to data from the Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre, three districts in the state have experienced a large rainfall deficit, ranging from -99 per cent to -60 per cent of normal levels. Fifteen districts have a rainfall deficit of -59 per cent to -20 per cent, while eight districts have recorded normal rainfall.

As the monsoon season has not yet gained momentum, major reservoirs in the state have not received significant inflows.

The weather conditions are expected to improve in the coming days, with the India Meteorological Department issuing an orange alert for coastal districts until June 26. Also, a yellow alert has been issued for the districts in south interior and north interior Karnataka.