LUCKNOW, July 31 -- Uttar Pradesh recorded an overall rainfall deficit of 6% as of Thursday, with weather officials forecasting above-normal rainfall during the second half of the southwest monsoon season (August-September 2025). Most parts of the state are expected to receive normal to above-normal showers in the coming weeks.

According to official data, the state received 337.9 mm rainfall so far this season against a normal of 357.6 mm. Eastern UP reported a 21% deficit, receiving 304.6 mm against the usual 385.2 mm. In contrast, western parts of the state saw a 21% surplus, with 385.6 mm rainfall against the average of 318.9 mm.

Lucknow recorded 1.9 mm rainfall on Thursday. Despite intermittent rain over the past few days, the city ...