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June to September 2025 Seasonal Forecast: Above-Normal Rainfall Expected Across Most Parts of the Greater Horn of Africa
20th May 2025, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: The IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) has released the official seasonal climate outlook for the June to September (JJAS) 2025 rainfall season over the Greater Horn of Africa (GHA). The forecast indicates a high likelihood of above-normal rainfall across much of the northern parts of the region. The forecast was issued during the 70th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 70).
JJAS is a critical rainy season for countries in the northern and western parts of the GHA. It contributes to over 50% of annual rainfall over the northern parts …
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