1 min readBengaluruUpdated: Jul 13, 2026 04:44 AM ISTWith nationwide rain deficit down to 15% in July from 40% in June, the monsoon rainfall will take a week-long break from major parts of the country, including the south peninsula, northwest and central India regions, the IMD said on Sunday.On the other hand, with fresh cyclonic circulation expected over the north Bay of Bengal region and adjoining Bangladesh around July 14, east and northeast India brace for heightened rainfall the week ahead. “The impact of this system will remain limited to eastern and northeastern India regions,” said Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director General, India Meteorological Department (IMD).Read | El Niño could become strongest since 1950: What it means for IndiaOn Sunday, many areas in Meghalaya recorded extremely heavy rain. The Met department has forecast similar intense spells over Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Nagaland and Mizoram until Wednesday.© The Indian Express Pvt Ltd Tags:india monsoonIndia monsoon forecastAdvertisementLoading Recommendations...AdvertisementLive BlogUS-Iran War Live Updates: US launches new wave of strikes on Iran; Tehran says attacks render diplomacy ‘futile’3 minutes agoIndia news Live Updates, 12 July 2026: Abhishek Banerjee booked after woman loses leg at health camp he unveiled8 hours agoS Janaki (1938-2026): PM Modi, Vijay, Rajinikanth pay tribute; legendary singer laid to rest9 hours agoIndia news Live Updates 11 July 2026 | Pune building collapse: Seven bodies recovered after 72 hours, one still missing1 day agoWeather Live Updates: Landslide in Shimla after heavy rain, clear skies in Delhi and Mumbai1 day ago