India, June 5 -- After a spell of thunderstorms and rain brought relief from the scorching summer heat across Delhi-NCR on Thursday, many residents are now waiting for the arrival of the southwest monsoon. The monsoon made its onset over Kerala on June 4, arriving three days later than its normal date and five days after the IMD's forecast.

Despite the delayed start, weather officials expect the monsoon to advance across most parts of the country by the third week of June.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), monsoon is expected to reach Delhi and the wider National Capital Region between June 25 and 30, offering a clearer picture of when the rainy season is likely to set in.

Last year, the southwest monsoon reached ...