Maximum temperature as high as 44.5°C in Gujarat

May 01, 2025
Maximum temperature as high as 44.5°C in Gujarat

Rajkot: Gujarat continues to reel under intense heat as Rajkot emerged as the hottest location on Wednesday, recording a scorching 44.5°C—3.3 degrees above normal. Ahmedabad and Deesa followed closely, both registering maximum temperatures of 43.5°C, also significantly above seasonal averages.

Other cities like Gandhinagar (43.4°C), Amreli (43.8°C), Surendranagar (43.3°C), and Bhuj (42.4°C) also experienced extreme heat. Coastal regions like Surat, Diu, Dwarka, and Veraval remained relatively cooler, staying below 36°C.

According to the India Meteorological Department, no significant change is likely in the temperature range for the next 2–3 days. However, some parts of Gujarat may witness relief thereafter, as rainfall has been forecast. Meanwhile, authorities have urged residents to stay hydrated and avoid direct sun exposure during peak afternoon hours.

Today’s Weather Report (Reported on 0830 IST)

Date: 2025-05-01
Station Max Temp (oC) Dep. from Normal Min Temp (oC) Dep. from Normal RH at 0830IST RH at 1730IST Rainfall (mm)
Ahmedabad 43.5 (30/04) 1.9 26.6 0.4 53 15 (30/04) NIL
Amreli 43.8 (30/04) 2.0 25.2 0.6 59 14 (30/04) NIL
Baroda 41.6 (30/04) 0.9 26.4 0.1 69 23 (30/04) NIL
Bhavnagar 39.6 (30/04) -0.1 24.4 -1.3 44 42 (30/04) NIL
Bhuj 42.4 (30/04) 2.1 26.4 1.9 48 17 (30/04) NIL
DAHOD 38.3 (30/04) — NA — — — NA
Daman 34.4 (30/04) — 26.6 — 79 72 (30/04) NIL
DANG 38.7 (30/04) — NA — — — NA
Deesa 43.5 (30/04) 2.7 25.1 0.7 51 14 (30/04) NIL
Diu 33.2 (30/04) -0.7 24.7 1.2 85 67 (30/04) NIL
Dwarka 32.4 (30/04) 1.3 27.3 0.7 86 78 (30/04) NIL
Gandhinagar 43.4 (30/04) 2.2 26.0 -0.6 56 16 (30/04) NIL
JAMNAGAR 36.5 (30/04) — NA — — — NA
Kandla 37.3 (30/04) 1.2 25.9 0.3 78 66 (30/04) NIL
Naliya 37.4 (30/04) 2.1 NA -5.8 70 50 (30/04) NIL
Okha 33.6 (30/04) 1.9 27.4 1.2 86 78 (30/04) NIL
Porbandar 35.0 (30/04) 0.4 23.2 -1.7 78 55 (30/04) NIL
Rajkot 44.5 (30/04) 3.3 25.8 1.1 75 34 (30/04) NIL
Surat 35.6 (30/04) -1.5 27.0 0.6 77 67 (30/04) NIL
SURAT KVK 34.8 (30/04) — NA — — — NA
Veraval 32.8 (30/04) -0.1 26.7 1.3 88 78 (30/04) NIL

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