monsoon season

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noun

The time of year, especially in South and Southeast Asia, characterized by heavy, persistent rainfall and a prevailing wind from the southwest.

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People packed into overcrowded shelters, contaminated water and damaged health facilities were putting the population at greater risk of disease in the middle of the monsoon season, the UN agency said.

From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026

California’s first storms of the monsoon season are expected to arrive this weekend, raising concerns about heightened wildfire risk.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 9, 2026

Thesaurus

Possible Synonyms

wet season
the rains
rainy season
period of heavy rainfall

Possible Antonyms

dry season
drought period
arid spell