Himachal Pradesh To Receive Rain For 3 More Days; Monsoon Likely To Weaken From September 18

September 15, 2026

Shimla: Himachal Pradesh is likely to receive light to moderate rainfall across most parts of the state for the next three days, with the monsoon remaining active until September 17, according to the Meteorological Department.

No district has been issued a heavy rainfall alert, providing some relief amid the ongoing monsoon activity. However, the rainfall is expected to bring down the state’s maximum temperatures by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius over the next 72 hours.

Monsoon Likely To Weaken From September 18

Meteorologist Sandeep Sharma said the monsoon is expected to start weakening in Himachal Pradesh from September 18, although there are currently no indications of its withdrawal.

The monsoon normally withdraws from the state around September 25. After September 18, weather conditions are expected to remain clear or partly cloudy across most areas.

Himachal Records 11% Rainfall Deficit

Between June 1 and September 14, Himachal Pradesh recorded 11 per cent less rainfall than normal.

The state normally receives 682.4 mm of rainfall during this period, while this year’s rainfall stood at 605.9 mm.

Only Kinnaur, Kullu, Shimla and Sirmaur recorded rainfall above the normal level. All other districts received below-normal rainfall during the period.

Rain, Floods And Landslides Cause ₹1,683 Crore Damage

Despite the overall rainfall deficit, rain, floods and landslides have caused extensive damage to government and private property across Himachal Pradesh during the monsoon season.

According to the available figures, assets worth approximately ₹1,683 crore have been destroyed so far.

A total of 129 houses were completely destroyed, while another 502 houses suffered partial damage during the monsoon.

303 People Killed In Monsoon-Related Incidents

The monsoon season has also resulted in significant loss of life across the state. A total of 303 people have died in various incidents so far.

Road accidents accounted for the highest number of fatalities, with 180 deaths. In addition, 18 people died in landslides, while 17 lost their lives due to drowning. One person was killed in a flash flood.

With rain expected to continue over the next three days, authorities and residents are likely to remain alert, particularly in areas vulnerable to landslides, flooding and other rain-related incidents.