Central India Monthly Rainfall % Departure from LPA
Source: statSCALAR
Key Takeaway
- The percentage departure from LPA for Central India measures the extent to which regional rainfall differs from its long-term normal. Above-normal rainfall can improve soil moisture and support rain-fed crop development, although excessive precipitation may cause waterlogging and crop damage. Below-normal rainfall can increase moisture stress and irrigation requirements. This indicator is particularly useful for evaluating potential production risks for soybean, cotton, pulses, and other rain-fed crops.
About This Dataset
Monthly percentage departure of Central India's rainfall from its Long Period Average (LPA). This series compares monthly rainfall in Central India with its long-term average, highlighting surplus and deficit months. Because the region is heavily rain-fed, sustained deficits in July and August tend to show up quickly in crop conditions for soybean, cotton and pulses. The data is used to monitor drought risk and to anticipate supply pressure in these commodities.
Methodology
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