IMD Forecasts Above-Normal Temperatures and Below-Normal Rainfall Across India in November
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts above-normal maximum temperatures across most of India in November, except along Himalayan foothills where temperatures may be normal or below normal. Minimum temperatures are expected to be above normal in most areas, with some central and eastern regions seeing normal to below-normal minimums. Rainfall is predicted to be below normal nationwide, with exceptions in central, northwest, and Northeast India where normal to above-normal rainfall is likely. Overall, India is expected to receive about 77% of its long-period average rainfall amid persistent strong El Nino conditions.
First-hand measurement across 4 sources
We measured how 4 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (49/100). Lens Score 40/100.
Outlets measured: indiatoday, thetelegraph, thehindu, news18. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (47–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 31 Oct, 01:16 pm. Other outlets followed.