21 days later, Pune gets first widespread June showers; monsoon still to arrive
After a prolonged dry spell through most of June, Pune received its first widespread rainfall Sunday evening, bringing relief to residents from the warm and humid conditions. However, the showers were triggered by thunderstorm activity and the southwest monsoon is still to officially reach the city. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), NDA recorded the highest rainfall till 5.30 pm at 78.5 mm, while Shivajinagar received 18.3 mm. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT) The rainfall, recorded after a gap of 21 days, brought down temperatures and created pleasant weather across several parts of Pune. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), NDA recorded the highest rainfall till 5.30 pm at 78.5 mm, while Shivajinagar received 18.3 mm. Rainfall activity was reported from several areas including Baner, Warje, Hinjewadi, Katraj, Sinhagad Road, Shankarnagar and Kondhwa. IMD officials said that the rainfall should not be considered as the onset of the southwest monsoon over Pune. The monsoon is expected to advance into the city only after further assessment of weather conditions over the next day or two. S D …









