For the third consecutive day, Ahmedabad remained the hottest city in Gujarat, with the maximum temperature reaching 42 degrees Celsius, which was 1.1 degrees above normal. The minimum temperature settled at 29.6 degrees Celsius, marking a departure of 1.6 degrees above normal, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
No Immediate Relief Expected
The IMD has forecast that Ahmedabad's maximum temperature on Wednesday is likely to hover around 42 degrees Celsius. Hot and humid conditions are expected to persist across Gujarat for at least a couple of days, offering no respite from the sweltering heat.
On Tuesday, relative humidity in Ahmedabad was recorded at 63% at 8:30 am and 37% at 5:30 pm, contributing to the discomfort.
Monsoon Progress and Rainfall Outlook
The weather office indicated steady progress of the southwest monsoon, which is likely to advance into parts of the central Arabian Sea, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. IMD added that south Gujarat and coastal Saurashtra could receive some rainfall by the end of the week, offering a potential reprieve from the heat.
Other Hotspots in Gujarat
Several other cities and towns in Gujarat also recorded high temperatures. Bhavnagar reached 41.6 degrees Celsius, Gandhinagar 41.5 degrees Celsius, and Surendranagar 41.3 degrees Celsius, highlighting the widespread heat across the region.
Residents are advised to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged exposure to the sun until conditions improve.
About the Author: Paul John is the Chief of Bureau at TOI Ahmedabad, with over two decades of work experience across TOI bureaus in Vadodara and Surat. He has led impactful environmental campaigns, including Gujarat's Toxic Corridor, My City My River, the RTI Act awareness campaign 'Jago Gujarat – Use RTI', and the Ahmedabad Heritage Campaign, which helped the city gain UNESCO World Heritage City status. He also co-authored TOI's heritage books for three cities. Currently, he coordinates the Ahmedabad reporting team, focusing on civic-focused journalism.
