After Navratri, Diwali festivities may also see rain, Amreli and Naliya record chilly nights

Gujarat may once again experience unseasonal showers during the Diwali festival. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall in several parts of Saurashtra and South Gujarat between October 16 and 20.

On October 16, districts including Dang, Tapi, Navsari, and Valsad are likely to see light rain. From October 17 to 20, showers may extend to Amreli, Bhavnagar, Gir Somnath, Dang, Tapi, Navsari, and Valsad. The forecast has raised concerns that festive celebrations could be dampened across the state.

Dip in temperatures

Alongside rain, a nip in the air is being felt across Gujarat. Amreli recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 17.6°C, while Naliya registered 18.5°C. 

In Ahmedabad, the minimum dropped to 21.1°C, about 1.1°C below normal, with the daytime maximum averaging 34°C. Over the next three days, the city’s night temperature is expected to remain close to 21°C.

On Tuesday, the maximum temperature across the day in Ahmedabad is likely to be 34°C with minimum to be at 21°C.