Disappointing monsoon

The North East monsoon, which normally brings our heaviest rainfall, fell short this year. According to Charlie’s (Aurogreen) figures, the rainfall in December was almost 40% less than the 33 year average, in November 23% less and in October 4% less. Overall, the NE monsoon rainfall was over 21% less than average. The total rainfall for the year was 123 centimetres, about 12.2% less than average.