The Southwest Monsoon has advanced into the remaining parts of Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, and the west-central Bay of Bengal, as well as parts of Telangana, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Bihar as of June 15, 2026, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported. The northern limit of the monsoon currently runs through Harnai, Solapur, Hyderabad, Bhadrachalam, Koraput, Phulbani, Ranchi, Jamui, and Muzaffarpur.
IMD scientist Naresh Kumar explained that northwest India has experienced moderate to heavy rainfall due to a western disturbance combined with moisture from the Bay of Bengal. This combination has influenced the monsoon’s progression, pushing it further into central and eastern parts of the country. The IMD’s latest update on June 15 confirms the monsoon’s steady advance across these regions.
The monsoon’s advance is crucial for agriculture and water resources across India, especially in states like Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal that rely heavily on timely rains. The current progression aligns with typical seasonal patterns, although the western disturbance’s impact has brought heavier rainfall to northwest India. The IMD’s tracking helps farmers and policymakers prepare for the agricultural season and manage water supplies effectively.
The IMD’s monsoon tracker update on June 15, 2026, marks a key milestone in the seasonal weather cycle, with the monsoon now covering major parts of central and eastern India. The agency continues to monitor rainfall patterns and will provide further updates as the monsoon progresses toward northern India.