IMD Predicts Respite from Heat in Gujarat After April 18 with Likely Rainfall
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted a relief from soaring temperatures in Gujarat starting April 19, following a period of intense heat and humidity expected to persist until April 18. While maximum temperatures are likely to remain above 40 degrees Celsius in many areas through Saturday, a gradual decline of 2-3 degrees is anticipated thereafter. The weather change is attributed to a Western Disturbance and an east-west trough extending from southeast Rajasthan to Manipur. Light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thundershowers is predicted for April 19 in North Gujarat districts such as Aravalli, Dahod, and Mahisagar, as well as Saurashtra regions including Amreli and Bhavnagar. On April 20, similar weather conditions are expected to extend to South Gujarat districts like Tapi and Dang, alongside Amreli and Bhavnagar. Recent records show Rajkot as the hottest location at 41.9 degrees Celsius, significantly above normal, while coastal areas like Dwarka recorded relatively lower temperatures. This meteorological shift promises much-needed respite for residents enduring hot and humid conditions across the state.
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IMD Predicts Respite from Heat in Gujarat After April 18 with Likely Rainfall
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted a relief from soaring temperatures in Gujarat starting April 19, following a period of intense heat and humidity expected to persist until April 18. While maximum temperatures are likely to remain above 40 degrees Celsius in many areas through Saturday, a gradual decline of 2-3 degrees is anticipated thereafter. The weather change is attributed to a Western Disturbance and an east-west trough extending from southeast Rajasthan to Manipur. Light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thundershowers is predicted for April 19 in North Gujarat districts such as Aravalli, Dahod, and Mahisagar, as well as Saurashtra regions including Amreli and Bhavnagar. On April 20, similar weather conditions are expected to extend to South Gujarat districts like Tapi and Dang, alongside Amreli and Bhavnagar. Recent records show Rajkot as the hottest location at 41.9 degrees Celsius, significantly above normal, while coastal areas like Dwarka recorded relatively lower temperatures. This meteorological shift promises much-needed respite for residents enduring hot and humid conditions across the state.
The Indian Express