Monsoons in the Abode Extreme and variable Mount Abu.

Weather report Monsoons in Mount Abu 13 Sept 2018

Ms Trina. on Lower Kodra dam

Snaps in this post per Kind favour Ms Trina.

The Monsoons have been extreme and variable over the Abode of the gods since the year 2010. The dry spell that haunted Mount Abu prior to 2010 was over. All our water bodies, the lake, reservoirs and other small water bodies since have all overflowed. 

Last year, torrents of sudden record-breaking rainfall devastated Abu. Mt. Abu: Received 141mm on 23rd July 773 on 24th July and 734mm on 25th July 1698mm in 3 days “On 23 July 2017” Mount Abu Recorded the highest-ever recorded rainfall in its history in the last 100 years. 

The changing climate scenario, over the last decade, goes to show that there is an increase of weird and extreme monsoon seasons that pose catastrophic events of flooding or drought in an area not affected before. 

In contrast to the last 8 years of recording plentiful rain, this season so far has been below average. The Nakki lake has still 31/2 feet to overflow. Our Lower Kodra dam our main water supplying dam needs another 20 feet of water to overflow.

Lower Kodra Dam

Lower Kodra Dam

Gauge Lower Kodra dam

20 Feet to GO.

It's doubtful if the rain gods change their favour and smile upon their Abode and shower some more rain to tide us over for the year of 2019. We Abuites will just have to resign to the fact that our water supply will continue every alternate day or if the need is every third day. The days are still cloudy but, the weather report has confirmed the retreat of the monsoons in our area.

Link: Lower Khodra Dam Overflowing Mt.Abu Sept 13, 2010.

Mount Abu weather

Uncovering the Weather Mysteries of Mount Abu

Mount Abu, also known as the Abode of Gods, is a site of tranquil beauty and enthralling vistas. This hill station in Rajasthan, India, is nestled in the heart of the Aravalli Range and has a climate as diverse as its rich history and culture. For ages, travellers and residents alike have been captivated by the ever-changing weather patterns in this lovely sanctuary. But how can one properly comprehend nature's whims in this magical land?

The modern world provides us with several opportunities to see what Mother Nature has in store for us. We might just turn on the television and watch the latest weather forecast. We can find weather information like temperature, precipitation, humidity, and the day forecast there, all nicely packaged for us. But the age-old issue remains: Can we trust these reports?

I just set out on a quest to learn the truth about Mount Abu's weather. A quick internet search led me into a rabbit hole of contradicting stories and untrustworthy sources. I soon learned that weather forecasts on TV and in daily newspapers are frequently exaggerated. They appear to be motivated by the need to maintain their good ratings rather than giving us a realistic picture of the atmosphere. As a result, I had to seek counsel elsewhere.

For years, I had my set of unusual weather indications. I used to forecast impending rains with astonishing precision, due to my mop of blonde hair that inexplicably kinked up. With a salt-and-pepper beard and a significantly receding head, I now have an extra barometer—my body. My arthritis and joint symptoms appear to be reliable predictors of changing air pressure, and I've learned to rely on them.

But what about the indigenous peoples, who have lived in peace with the land for centuries? The residents of Mount Abu rely on their strong bond with the environment and animal behaviour to forecast the weather. The march of ants, carrying their valuable eggs to higher ground, foretells of approaching rains. The Yellow-wattled Lapwing makes its nest in high places to avoid severe rains. Flies are also said to increase greatly in anticipation of a plentiful monsoon. The Pied Cuckoo, known for predicting the monsoons, arrived in our area on the 15th of this month, confirming the start of the rainy season..

The monsoons have undoubtedly honoured Mount Abu with their presence. It all started on July 24th, with the soothing pitter-patter of raindrops, which has since been a daily companion. True to Abu's character, the environment has engulfed the region in mist, resembling an unexpected guest knocking on every door. So far, we've received around 15 inches of rain.

Deciphering the weather in a site like Mount Abu, where the contemporary world meets old customs, is as much an art as it is a science. The weather on Mount Abu is as mysterious and captivating as the Abode of Gods, regardless of the information source.f

 

Plummy A Sight to Behold

The descending clouds smiling at me

The green foliage caressing me

My face is all bathed in misty dew

Every year I keep yearning for you