The Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) can also play a role, with the BoM saying that "snow depths are generally higher than average during years with a negative IOD". A repeat on that front looks highly ...

“Apart from coal combustion, climatic events such as the Indian Ocean Dipole, which controls dry/wet conditions and dust storms, play a substantial role in the addition of dPb over the southern ...

“Preliminary forecast of positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) will work in tandem with ENSO for better monsoon prospects. Historically, ENSO-neutral coupled with positive IOD tended to produce a ...