Rain alerts, temperatures, AQI, and local weather guidance.
Nilambari SalunkeA strong El Niño is rapidly intensifying across the tropical Pacific and could become one of the most powerful events on record by late 2026. WMO and NOAA forecasts point to a major peak around the end of the year, with possible consequences for rainfall, heat, drought and extreme weather across several regions, including India.
Nilambari SalunkeTamhini Ghat Surpasses Cherrapunji in Rainfall | Maharashtra Monsoon 2026 Breaks Records
Shruti MandalThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heavy rainfall warnings across several parts of Maharashtra as a depression over the Bay of Bengal strengthens the monsoon system. Pune has been placed under an Orange Alert, while multiple districts are expected to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall over the coming days.
Times of IndiaIMD’s updated 2026 monsoon forecast signals below-normal rainfall across most of Maharashtra in June–September, with warmer-than-normal June temperatures and El Niño risk.
Times of IndiaPune sees fewer butterfly sightings this summer as heatwave dries host plants and nectar flowers, reducing movement and breeding; some dry-habitat species persist.
Indian ExpressRidership expected to touch three lakh after Line 3 begins operations soon.
Times of IndiaCommuters waiting for relief from Pune’s daily traffic congestion face yet another setback as the Hinjewadi–Shivajinagar Metro misses its sixth deadline. The Maan–Balewadi stretch, earlier slated to open by June-end, is
Times of IndiaPositive Indian Ocean Dipole may develop later in 2026 monsoon, partly offsetting strong El Niño impact; IMD and experts urge caution due to uncertainty.