Tamhini Ghat Records 1,635 mm Rainfall in 72 Hours, Reinforcing Its ‘Maharashtra’s Cherrapunji’ Tag
Tamhini Ghat Records 1,635 mm Rainfall in 72 Hours, Reinforcing Its 'Maharashtra's Cherrapunji' Tag
9 July, 2026: Tamhini Ghat in Pune district has recorded an extraordinary 1,635 mm of rainfall in just 72 hours, making it one of the heaviest short-duration rainfall events witnessed in Maharashtra. The remarkable downpour has once again earned the scenic hill pass comparisons with Meghalaya’s rain-soaked regions of Cherrapunji and Mawsynram.
According to meteorologists, Tamhini received more than 500 mm of rainfall on each of three consecutive days, a rare weather event even by India’s highest rainfall standards.
Located in Mulshi taluka at an elevation of around 634 metres, Tamhini Ghat forms part of the UNESCO-listed Western Ghats. The 15-km mountain pass is known for its dense forests, waterfalls and scenic landscapes, connecting Mulshi with the Konkan region.
The region has consistently witnessed exceptionally high rainfall in recent years. Tamhini recorded 9,644 mm of rainfall in 2024 and 10,020 mm in 2025, placing it among the wettest places in India outside Meghalaya.
According to data shared by IMD scientist S.D. Sanap, Tamhini recorded 525 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending July 8, taking the season’s total rainfall to 2,939 mm. Other nearby locations also reported extremely heavy rainfall, including Bhira (574 mm), Davdi (488 mm), and Shirgaon (450 mm) during the same period.
Weather experts noted that crossing the 500 mm rainfall mark for three consecutive days is an exceptionally rare event and has seldom been matched even by Cherrapunji and Mawsynram this year.
The heavy rainfall has turned Tamhini into a major attraction, with overflowing waterfalls, mist-covered hills and lush greenery drawing tourists. However, authorities have urged visitors to remain cautious due to the increased risk of landslides, rockfalls, poor visibility and waterlogging along the ghat roads.
While the southwest monsoon remains active over parts of Maharashtra, meteorologists expect rainfall intensity to gradually ease over the coming days, although intermittent showers are likely to continue across the Western Ghats.
