Uttarakhand’s monsoon ended with rainfall 9% above the statewide normal, but the overall figure conceals striking differences between districts. The weather department recorded 1269.2 mm across the state from 1 June to 30 September, against a normal level of 1162.7 mm.

Bageshwar ed the highest excess rainfall among the districts covered by the data. It received 2085.6 mm during the 4-month period, compared with a normal figure of 792.3 mm. That marked a 163% surplus over the district’s usual rainfall.

Pauri Garhwal recorded the sharpest shortfall. Its rainfall total was 760.8 mm, against a normal 1273.3 mm, leaving the district 40% below its usual monsoon level.

Hills show the widest variation

Chamoli had 1270.7 mm of rain against a normal 721.4 mm. The district therefore ended the season with a 76% surplus. Almora received 1072.5 mm, which was 35% above its normal figure of 792.3 mm.

Tehri Garhwal also remained wetter than usual. The district recorded 1262.7 mm, compared with a normal 948 mm, representing a 33% increase.

Pithoragarh reported 1576.7 mm during the season. Its normal rainfall is 1502.5 mm, making the district’s total 5% higher than usual.

The pattern changed in several other hill districts. Champawat received 1101.4 mm against a normal 1313.8 mm, a deficit of 16%. Nainital recorded 1362.9 mm, compared with a normal 1537.9 mm, or 11% below normal.

Uttarkashi had 1048.8 mm of rainfall against its normal figure of 1151.2 mm. The district was therefore 9% below normal. Rudraprayag remained close to its usual level, with 1525.5 mm against a normal 1549.1 mm, a shortfall of 2%.

Plains also recorded above-normal rain

Rainfall was higher than normal in both major plains districts. Haridwar received 1163.9 mm against a normal 989.8 mm, recording an 18% surplus.

Udham Singh Nagar registered 1296.5 mm, while its normal rainfall is 1125.5 mm. The district was consequently 15% above normal during the monsoon period.

Dehradun was almost within its normal range. The district received 1424 mm, compared with a normal 1442.9 mm. That amounted to a 1% deficit, keeping the capital district’s seasonal rainfall broadly near average.

Why the statewide figure needs local context

The state-level surplus does not mean rainfall was evenly distributed across Uttarakhand. Bageshwar and Chamoli experienced major excesses, while Pauri Garhwal, Champawat and Nainital recorded significant deficits.

These district-level differences provide a more detailed picture of the monsoon’s reach. The available figures show that the statewide 9% increase was produced by sharply contrasting local rainfall patterns rather than uniform conditions across the state.

Conclusion

Uttarakhand finished the 1 June to 30 September monsoon with 9% excess rainfall, but district results ranged from Bageshwar’s 163% surplus to Pauri Garhwal’s 40% deficit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How much rain did Uttarakhand receive during the monsoon?

The state recorded 1269.2 mm between 1 June and 30 September. The normal rainfall for this period is 1162.7 mm.

Q. Which Uttarakhand district received the most excess rainfall?

Bageshwar recorded the highest excess, with 2085.6 mm of rain, or 163% above its normal figure.

Q. Which district recorded the largest rainfall deficit?

Pauri Garhwal had the biggest shortfall. Its 760.8 mm total was 40% below the normal 1273.3 mm.

Q. How much rain did Chamoli receive?

Chamoli recorded 1270.7 mm, compared with a normal 721.4 mm. Its rainfall was 76% above normal.

Q. Was rainfall above normal in Udham Singh Nagar?

Yes. Udham Singh Nagar received 1296.5 mm against a normal 1125.5 mm, marking a 15% surplus.

Q. Was Dehradun’s rainfall close to normal?

Yes. Dehradun recorded 1424 mm against a normal 1442.9 mm, which was 1% below normal.

Q. Which districts recorded below-normal rainfall?

Champawat, Nainital, Dehradun, Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag and Pauri Garhwal recorded rainfall below their respective normal figures.