IMD Reports Rain Deficit in Chandigarh with Below-Normal September Forecast
Chandigarh and its neighboring areas experienced a dry spell with no measurable rainfall reported on September 3, despite cloudy conditions and weather warnings from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). August ended with a 13% rainfall deficit, recording 249.2 mm against the normal 284.8 mm, marking the lowest since 2022. The IMD forecasts below-average rainfall for September, with chances of scattered showers and temperatures expected to remain above normal as the monsoon withdrawal approaches later in the month.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 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 36/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 2 Sept, 02:56 am. Other outlets followed.