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Extreme Fear (F&G 8) and bearish sentiment dominate crypto, but seasonal weather patterns like the monsoon are structural drivers of macro conditions. A strong monsoon could cool food inflation in India, potentially easing pressure on central banks and supporting risk assets over the medium term. Conversely, flooding disruptions may weigh on local economic activity and dampen consumer demand.

The south-west monsoon season has officially begun in parts of Asia, with India declaring its onset and up to 280mm of rain falling in 72 hours in Kerala, while downpours also hit south-west Thailand.

Monsoon Onset in India and Thailand Could Lower Bitcoin Mining Costs Amid Extreme Fear

Monsoon Rains Could Temporarily Lower Bitcoin Mining Costs in Hydro-Rich Asian Regions, Supporting Hashrate Amid Extreme Fear

This exposes crypto's fragile decoupling narrative from traditional markets, as both Indian equities and Bitcoin are now moving in lockstep with the US Dollar Index (currently at 106.2). The 8 Fear & Greed reading confirms institutional capitulation, while high BTC dominance (60.5%) signals altcoin liquidation cascades that could accelerate if the rupee weakens further against oil import costs.

Indian stock indices Sensex and Nifty experienced significant declines in 2026, with further losses on Monday, amid Middle East escalation.