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How does the southwest monsoon affect Chhattisgarh's climate?
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Chhattisgarh
Chitrakot Waterfall on the Indravati River, near Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, India.
The climate of Chhattisgarh is fundamentally governed by a monsoon weather pattern, with the southwest monsoon (occurring from June to September) serving as the primary source of the state's annual precipitation.1
During this period, the state receives the majority of its rainfall, which typically ranges from 47 to 60 inches (1,200 to 1,500 mm) annually. The moisture-laden winds associated with the southwest monsoon are essential for the region's agricultural productivity, particularly for its extensive rice fields. While the state experiences distinct summer and winter seasons, the southwest monsoon is the defining climatic event that dictates the rainy season and supports the ecological and economic landscape of the region.12