Chandigarh, June 1 -- The city recorded 50.1 mm of rain in May-120% above the normal figure of 22.8 mm-according to India Meteorological Department (IMD) data. However, the weatherman's forecast indicates that June is likely to see below-normal rainfall.

In 2025, a high of 66 mm of rain was recorded in the city. In contrast, no rain at all was seen in May 2024.

IMD's Chandigarh director Surender Paul said the rain over the past month was mostly due to western disturbances (WD). "This time, we had an active WD affecting the region at the start of the month and towards the end. Due to this, above-average rain was recorded," he said.

However, as per a detailed monsoon forecast issued by the IMD, the trend is likely to reverse in June. The...