Madhya Pradesh May 2025 Rainfall: 7 Times Normal Rain in 53 Districts

Madhya Pradesh saw an unusual weather pattern in May. It rained in 53 out of 54 districts. Only Niwari saw light drizzle, but it wasn’t enough to be recorded. The average rainfall in the state was about 2 inches, which is nearly seven times the normal 7 mm for May.

This is the first time in years that Madhya Pradesh had rainfall almost every day in May. Rain, storms, and hail were reported from all corners of the state—from Bhopal and Indore to Ujjain, Jabalpur, and Gwalior. On May 31, the last day of the month, districts like Umaria and Balaghat still received rain.

Records broken across districts

Other districts like Anuppur, Ratlam, and Jhabua also received more than 4 inches of rain. Bhopal got 45.6 mm (1.8 inches), which is the third-highest May rainfall for the city in the last 10 years.

“We have never seen this kind of consistent rain in May across Madhya Pradesh,” said Dr. Divya E. Surendran, senior meteorologist. “The presence of back-to-back cyclonic systems and western disturbances kept the weather unstable. This pattern may signal a shift that needs close observation in coming years.”

Unlike most years, May did not bring a heatwave. No city in the state crossed 43°C. In the past, cities like Gwalior, Khajuraho, and Prithvipur often saw temperatures as high as 46–48°C. This year, even during Nautapa—the hottest nine days of summer—the temperatures stayed low. April was hotter than May in most cities.

The storms also caused damage. In Indore, wind speeds reached 121 km/h. Trees fell, power lines broke, and roads got blocked. Crops like bananas and papayas were hit badly in districts such as Dhar, Khargone, and Barwani.

What to expect in June

Rain and thunderstorm alerts are in place till June 4. Temperatures may rise slightly, and humidity will increase. The monsoon is expected between June 7 and 10. Before that, some areas like Gwalior and Chambal may see a rise in heat.

This rare weather event has raised questions about changing climate patterns and how cities and farms will adapt.

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