Residents of Ahmedabad experienced a slightly warmer than usual Monday morning as the city's minimum temperature settled at a notable 2.4 degrees above the seasonal norm. The mercury dipped to 17.5 degrees Celsius, indicating a persistent mild warmth in the region's winter pattern.
Temperature Trends and IMD Forecast
While Monday's reading of 17.5°C was significantly higher than the expected normal, it still represented a slight cooldown from the 18-19 degrees Celsius recorded in the city during the preceding week. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has provided its outlook for the coming days, predicting that the minimum temperature on Tuesday could hover around 17°C.
Looking at the broader picture for Gujarat, the weather office anticipates no major change in minimum temperatures across the state during the next seven days. The region is currently under the influence of northeasterly to easterly winds, which are contributing to the current weather pattern. On the other end of the scale, Ahmedabad's maximum temperature was recorded at 31.2°C, which was marginally lower than normal by just 0.1 degrees, indicating a stable daytime trend.
Haze and Regional Temperature Variations
Citizens in some parts of Ahmedabad reported reduced visibility due to haze during the morning and evening hours. This atmospheric condition is common during this season with the prevailing wind patterns and temperature fluctuations.
The weather story across Gujarat showed variation from city to city. The lowest minimum temperature in the state was recorded in Naliya at 14.8°C. Other cities reported the following minimums:
- Keshod: 15.2°C
- Amreli: 15.8°C
- Rajkot: 16.2°C
- Kandla and Vadodara: 16.6°C
- Bhuj: 16.8°C
What This Means for Ahmedabad
The consistent above-normal minimum temperatures suggest a milder winter phase for Ahmedabad at present. The stable forecast from the IMD implies residents can expect similar weather conditions in the immediate future, with cool mornings and pleasant daytime temperatures. The combination of mild temperatures and haze underscores a typical winter weather pattern for the region, where temperature inversions can lead to reduced air dispersion during the early and late parts of the day.
