Gujarat Braces for Heatwave from April 15; Rajkot Hits 42.7°C

Following a brief respite from extreme heat, Gujarat is once again preparing for soaring temperatures as a fresh heatwave is expected to begin on April 15, according to forecasts from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). Over the past two to three days, the state had seen a slight dip in temperatures, offering some relief. However, this cooldown ends today.

The IMD has predicted that temperatures in Ahmedabad and Rajkot will rise to 42°C today. On Sunday, Rajkot recorded a sweltering 42.7°C, becoming the hottest city in the state. In addition to Rajkot, six other cities experienced temperatures above 40°C, underlining the widespread nature of the current heat conditions.

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Despite cooler conditions elsewhere in the state over the weekend, Rajkot residents remained under intense heat, with no sign of relief. Sunday’s high of 42.7°C was one of the highest this month so far.Looking ahead, the IMD has warned of a renewed heatwave starting April 15, particularly in the districts of Kutch, Banaskantha, Sabarkantha, and Rajkot. The forecast indicates a spike in temperatures across these regions, signaling the return of oppressive weather conditions that marked the beginning of April.