While Northeast India typically experiences a rain deficit, Assam has already seen a surplus of 1% rainfall between June 1st and 16th, with Meghalaya receiving a staggering 31% more than usual. A cyclonic circulation over Northeast Assam, coupled with a trough extending from Sub-Himalayan West Bengal to the cyclonic circulation over northeast Assam. Additionally, strong moisture incursion from the Bay of Bengal is creating the perfect conditions for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across Assam and Meghalaya between June 17th and 20th. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim can also expect heavy downpours during June 17th and 18th. Troublingly, similar widespread flooding occurred around June 22nd and 23rd in 2023 across several districts.

Source: Indian Express June 17, 2024 10:52 UTC