Climate Change Transforms India's Monsoon: 45% of Country Faces Extreme Rainfall in 2025

Oct 17, 2025 10:09 pm CST

The 2025 Southwest Monsoon has dramatically reshaped India's climate landscape, with 45% of the country experiencing extreme rainfall resulting in over 1,500 deaths. Climate experts attribute this intensification to global warming rather than traditional El Niño or La Niña patterns, with rising sea temperatures, shifting Western Disturbances, and accelerated Himalayan glacial melt creating a perfect storm of environmental challenges that demand urgent adaptation strategies.