# Extreme heat and low rainfall in India

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/extreme-heat-and-low-rainfall-in-india
> Updated: 2026-09-26T05:37:17.000Z. Sources: 40. Developments: 2.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that August 2026 was the hottest August recorded in 125 years, with an average temperature of 28.01 degrees Celsius. This exceeded the normal average of 27.34 degrees Celsius, and average minimum temperatures also reached record levels.

Rainfall during the month was significantly below average, marking the seventh lowest for August since 2001. The IMD attributed these extreme conditions to a moderate to strong El Nino pattern. Forecasts for September indicated continued challenges, with rainfall expected to be less than 91 percent of the Long Period Average and maximum temperatures expected to remain above normal.

## Claims

- The weather will be variable and cloudy with possible short-term rain or showers, primarily in hilly and mountainous areas. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- From September 27 to September 30, weather is expected to be mostly sunny with rising temperatures. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Maximum daily temperatures will reach between 22 and 26 degrees Celsius during the upcoming warm period. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The beginning of meteorological autumn has brought temperatures resembling October. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Weather will be dominated by an anticyclone, resulting in mostly dry and pleasant conditions with cold nights. (single source)
- A potential change in synoptic conditions is expected around October 10. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-26: Balkan region experiences warm Indian summer amid drought concerns

The Balkan region is enjoying a warm, sunny Indian summer with temperatures up to 29°C, though meteorologists warn of persistent drought and upcoming cooler weather in October.

38 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/weather-forecast-predicts-unseasonably-warm-indian-summer

### 2026-08-31: India records hottest August since 1901; September rainfall expected to be low

India's IMD reports August 2026 was the hottest August since 1901. Due to El Nino, September is expected to see below-average rainfall and continued higher-than-normal temperatures.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-records-hottest-august-since-1901-september-rainfall-expected-to-be-low

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