A sharp cold wave has tightened its grip across Gujarat, with the town of Naliya in the Kutch district emerging as the state's coldest location. The mercury here plunged to a chilly 7.5 degrees Celsius on the night of [Date to be inserted based on news timing], marking a significant drop from the seasonal average.
Temperature Plunge Across Major Cities
According to the latest data released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the minimum temperature in Naliya was recorded at 2.1 degrees below the normal mark for this time of year. The cold conditions were not isolated to Kutch, as several other major cities and towns also experienced notably low night temperatures.
Key urban centers like Bhuj, Dahod, Deesa, Gandhinagar, and Rajkot all saw their minimum temperatures hovering around the 11 degrees Celsius mark. Further south, Keshod in the Junagadh district registered a minimum temperature of 12.2 degrees Celsius, indicating the widespread nature of the winter spell.
IMD Forecast: No Immediate Relief
The India Meteorological Department has indicated that residents should brace for a continuation of these conditions. In its official statement, the IMD said that no major change is expected in the weather pattern over the next few days. This forecast suggests that the cold wave conditions are likely to persist across most parts of the state, keeping night temperatures significantly lower than usual.
Preparing for the Persistent Chill
The prevailing cold wave underscores the typical winter weather pattern for northern and central regions of Gujarat. With no relief predicted in the immediate forecast, the conditions call for necessary precautions, especially for vulnerable populations during the early morning and night hours.
The consistent data from IMD stations across the state, from Kutch in the west to Dahod in the east, confirms a uniform dip in temperatures. This weather development is a key marker of the ongoing winter season, impacting daily life and routines.
