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Skymet Podcast

Skymet presents a series of insightful podcasts where our expert meteorologists provide in-depth weather analysis and updates on climate change and its radical effects. Our series features India’s most trusted weather professionals, offering detailed insights into how weather patterns impact various industries and livelihoods. Tune in for expert analysis of climate change, its consequences, and strategies for management, mitigation and adaptation. From forecasting storms to examining long-term

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17:59

Is This Year’s Monsoon Truly Different? Why It...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/06/21

In this special episode of the Skymet Weather Podcast, AVM (Retd.) G.P. Sharma, President – Meteorology & Climate Change at Skymet, dives deep into the unique characteristics of the 2025 Southwest Monsoon. This year’s monsoon has been notably early and unusually dynamic compared to previous years. The episode explains how the monsoon travels through two distinct branches — the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal — gradually covering the country in three major phases. It also discusses how the monsoon

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21:18

Southwest Monsoon 2025: Know Why The Monsoon Stalled?...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/06/18

In this special episode of the Skymet Weather Podcast, AVM (Retd.) G.P. Sharma, President – Meteorology & Climate Change at Skymet, discusses the progress of the 2025 Southwest Monsoon. The monsoon began with record-breaking speed, hitting both Kerala and Northeast India simultaneously on May 24 — eight days ahead of schedule. Within just two days, it reached Mumbai, much earlier than the usual June 11 arrival. Areas like Santacruz and Colaba recorded over 100 mm of rainfall, an unusual occurrence

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19:46

Lightning in Monsoon: Why and How It Forms – A Deadly...

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2025/06/05

In this episode of the Skymet Podcast, AVM (Retd.) G.P. Sharma delves into one of the most dangerous and deadly natural phenomena — lightning. This topic was selected based on audience suggestions, as incidents of lightning strikes rise sharply during the pre-monsoon season, often resulting in significant loss of life and property.After earthquakes, lightning is considered one of the deadliest natural disasters. It is an electromagnetic phenomenon caused by an imbalance of electrical charges between

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19:33

Monsoon 2025: How the Rain Will Shape India’s...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/05/29

In this special episode of the Skymet Weather Podcast, AVM (Retd.) G.P. Sharma, President of Meteorology & Climate Change at Skymet, discusses the early onset and widespread advance of Monsoon 2025. By May 24, the monsoon had already covered a large region, progressing faster than usual. Skymet had earlier forecasted an above-normal monsoon for 2025, and current data support this prediction.This episode delves into how the monsoon is expected to behave through June, highlighting regions likely to

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24:59

Flight Turbulence: When And Why Weather Turns Risky...

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2025/05/29

In this episode of the Skymet Podcast, AVM GP Sharma discusses the recent Delhi-to-Srinagar flight that encountered severe weather mid-air. Drawing from his own experience in the armed forces, our expert analyzes the incident and explains what happens when even the pilots, cabin crew, and those in the cockpit are caught unaware by sudden weather threats. How does rapidly changing weather turn into a serious safety risk for flights? Tune in for a grounded analysis of aviation turbulence and weather

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17:02

Artificial Rain in Delhi: Why It’s Needed and What...

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2025/05/23

In this special episode, Air Vice Marshal G.P. Sharma dives into a crucial and timely topic — Artificial Rain. What exactly is this technology? How is it implemented? And why is Delhi repeatedly considering it as a solution? With the monsoon approaching Kerala and normal rains expected, certain regions may still fall short of adequate rainfall. Artificial rain, a process that induces precipitation using chemical techniques in the presence of natural clouds, is being explored as a viable option

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13:53

Southwest Monsoon 2025: Early Arrival, Trends &...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/05/15

In Episode 30 of the Skymet Podcast, Air Vice Marshal GP Sharma (Retd.), President of Meteorology at Skymet, discusses the early onset of the Southwest Monsoon 2025. The monsoon has entered the South Andaman Sea on May 13, which is 8–9 days ahead of its usual schedule. If it reaches Kerala around May 27 ±2 days, it will mark the earliest onset since 2009.AVM Sharma breaks down the significance of this early onset, satellite imagery insights, and evolving atmospheric conditions. He also analyses

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18:20

Pre-Monsoon Storms: Why They Occur and How They...

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2025/05/05

Pre-Monsoon Storms: Why They Occur and How Does It Affect Aircraft | Skymet Podcast EP-29In this episode of the Skymet Podcast, we dive into the volatile pre-monsoon season that’s gripping large parts of India. With dust storms, strong winds, thunderclouds, lightning, and hailstorms becoming frequent, the skies are turning unpredictable — not just for residents but also for aviation. Our experts explore how these sudden and intense weather events disrupt air travel, leading to flight delays,

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19:54

Cloudburst: Reason, Risk & the Science Behind It |...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/04/24

In this special episode of the Skymet Podcast, we turn our focus to the tragic cloudburst that recently struck Ramban in Jammu & Kashmir, claiming lives and causing widespread damage. Our experts unravel the science behind cloudbursts- what triggers these sudden downpours, why they are so frequent in hilly regions, and how we can prepare better to reduce their devastating impact. From early warnings to infrastructure readiness, this episode delves into the vulnerabilities of mountain communities and

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19:54

Skymet Podcast EP 29 AudioRamban Cloudburst: Reason,...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/04/24

In this special episode of the Skymet Podcast, we turn our focus to the tragic cloudburst that recently struck Ramban in Jammu & Kashmir, claiming lives and causing widespread damage. Our experts unravel the science behind cloudbursts- what triggers these sudden downpours, why they are so frequent in hilly regions, and how we can prepare better to reduce their devastating impact. From early warnings to infrastructure readiness, this episode delves into the vulnerabilities of mountain communities and

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20:33

La Niña Fades: What Neutral Conditions Mean for...

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2025/04/23

In this special episode of the Skymet Podcast, Air Vice Marshal G.P. Sharma and Mahesh Palwat break down the recent developments in global climate patterns, focusing on the weakening of La Niña and the shift to neutral conditions in the equatorial Pacific. They have explained how the rise in sea surface temperatures signals the end of La Niña and why this transition is critical for India's monsoon. With El Niño out of the picture for the next few months, there appears to be no major climatic threat

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13:22

Skymet’s Monsoon Forecast 2025: Part 2 of 2 (Special...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/04/09

In Part 2 of this special episode, Air Vice Marshal GP Sharma and Mahesh Palawat take the monsoon forecast a step further with region-wise and month-wise rainfall distribution across India for the Southwest Monsoon 2025.Between June 1 and September 30, India is expected to receive 3% more rainfall than normal. While the long-period average is 868.6 mm, this year’s seasonal rainfall could reach around 895 mm. June may witness 4% below-normal rainfall, followed by a recovery in July with 2%

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17:07

Skymet’s Monsoon Forecast 2025: Part 1 of 2 (Special...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/04/09

In this special episode of our podcast series, Air Vice Marshal GP Sharma and Mahesh Palawat have brought you the much-awaited detailed analysis of the Indian Monsoon for the year 2025. This episode unveils Skymet's comprehensive forecast for the Southwest Monsoon 2025, explaining how the monsoon is likely to behave from June to September. We break down rainfall predictions for every state, month by month—highlighting regions that may receive above-normal rainfall, those expected to see normal

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12:31

Pre-Monsoon Cyclones: The connection between April...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/04/03

In this special and exclusive 26th episode of the Skymet Podcast series, Air Vice Marshal G.P. Sharma unravels the mystery of April cyclones- why do they form in the Bay of Bengal but rarely make landfall in India? How does this phenomenon relate to the upcoming monsoon? Plus, get insights into the April 2025 forecast, expected storm activity and historical trends showing why only two major cyclones have formed in April over the past one decade.Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music,

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19:13

Heatwave 2025: A Threat to Crops – Rising...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/03/27

In this episode, our experts analyze the weather outlook for the last days of March across Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. Will pre-monsoon activities pick up in April? How intense will the heatwave be? and what are the chances of hailstorms? Plus, get insights into this year’s monsoon update and what it means for the months ahead.Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, JioSaavn, Gaana, and Audible!

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17:09

La Niña 2025: Weakening Trends, Impact on Monsoon and...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/03/20

In this episode, our experts AVM GP Sharma and Mahesh Palawat discuss the weakening La Niña and its potential impact on the Indian Monsoon. While La Niña has formed, it remains weak, with sea surface temperatures in the equatorial eastern Pacific starting to rise again. This indicates that La Niña may soon transition to a neutral phase, which is expected to persist during the onset of the monsoon. The chances of El Niño returning are minimal. Historically, monsoons during La Niña and neutral

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19:12

Avalanche: Understanding the Causes, Risks and Safety...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/03/09

In this episode, our experts, AVM GP Sharma and Mahesh Palawat, have brought the discussion on avalanches—why they occur, their effects, and how the public can stay safe during the hazard. This effective conversation sheds light on how heavy snowfall can set off these powerful snow slides, causing destruction and endangering lives, especially in high-altitude areas above 10,000 feet (ca. 3 km). Soldiers, road workers and mountaineers are among the most affected. Thankfully, early warnings help

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11:46

La Niña 2025: Chances of Favorable Monsoon This Year,...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/02/28

In this episode, expert meteorologists, AVM GP Sharma and Mahesh Palawat have further explained the impact of the developing La Nina on the 2025 monsoon. They have explained how the odds of a favourable monsoon remain high this year with La Niña conditions expected to persist or shift to neutral, benefitting our farmers along with the absence of El Niño further strengthening the chances of ensuring better crop yields and ample water supply in reservoirs. Listen to the entire episode to understand

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18:03

La Niña 2025: Forecast, Current Update and Its Impact...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/02/20

In this episode of the Skymet Podcast, our experts, AVM GP Sharma and Mahesh Palawat, break down La Niña’s arrival, its current state, and its potential impact on this year’s monsoon. They analyze the probability of La Niña persisting until the monsoon, with some weather models predicting its continuation while others indicate a shift to neutral conditions. Tune in as we have simplified the science and separated facts from speculations. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, JioSaavn,

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18:47

Scorching Heat In Winters: Can February Rain Save The...

Skymet Podcast ·

2025/02/13

In this episode, our expert meteorologists, AVM GP Sharma and Mahesh Palawat break down the reason for unusual weather shifts, their impact on farmers and what lies ahead. Can this rain save the crops? Or is this just the beginning of a bigger challenge? Tune in to find out. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, JioSaavn, Gaana & Audible and share your reviews with us.

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