Pune Records Third Highest July Rainfall Since 1989
IMD Issues Orange Alert for Pune, Shimla, and Several States as Heavy Rainfall Persists; Cloudy Skies Expected in Delhi
Pune experienced heavy rainfall on July 25th, receiving 114.1 mm of rain. This is the third-highest rainfall for July since 1989. The highest July rainfall was 117.1 mm on June 9, 2024, followed by 112.1 mm on October 15, 2020.
Pune Rains frm achieves:
— K S Hosalikar (@Hosalikar_KS) July 25, 2024
117.1 (09-06-2024)
114.1 (25-07-2024) (3rd highest in Jul since 1989)
112.1 (15-10-2020)
104.6 (18-10-2022)
102.8 (14-05-2015)
All-time records Pune sine 1889
181.1 (05-10-2010)
141.7 (17-08-1987)
132.3 (21-09-1938)
131.9 (26-06-1961)
130.4 (19-07-1958)
Pune has seen more extreme rainfall in the past.
The record was 181.1 mm on October 5, 2010, followed by 141.7 mm on August 17, 1987. Other notable dates include 132.3 mm on September 21, 1938, 131.9 mm on June 26, 1961, and 130.4 mm on July 19, 1958.
The recent heavy rain has caused localized flooding, affecting daily life and transportation. Authorities are advising residents to stay cautious and check weather updates as more rain is expected.
This record rainfall highlights the need for better preparedness and infrastructure to handle such extreme weather in the future.
