Gujarat Faces Rainfall Deficit in 15 Districts as Monsoon Withdrawal Approaches

As the southwest monsoon approaches its withdrawal phase, rainfall distribution across Gujarat has raised concerns, with 11 talukas yet to receive even 10 inches of rainfall. As of September 22, the state has recorded an average of 31.78 inches of rainfall, equivalent to 89% of its seasonal average, while 15 districts continue to experience a rainfall deficit.

Devbhumi Dwarka has recorded the highest rainfall deficit at 72%, followed by Porbandar at 63% and Jamnagar at 48%. Dahod has reported a 40% deficit, while Kutch, Sabarkantha, Aravalli, Gir Somnath and Junagadh have also experienced shortages.

Devbhumi Dwarka has received the lowest rainfall in the state, with only 5.43 inches recorded so far. Other districts with relatively low rainfall include Porbandar, Kutch and Jamnagar.

South Gujarat Talukas Receive Over 80 Inches of Rain

Rainfall distribution has remained uneven across the state. As many as 20 talukas in South Gujarat have received more than 80 inches of rainfall, in contrast to parts of Saurashtra and Kutch, where rainfall levels remain comparatively low.

The state's rainfall distribution by month shows that approximately 1.50 inches of rain was recorded in June, 20.50 inches in July and around five inches in September up to the reported date. The supplied copy's August figure is unclear.

Monsoon Withdrawal Likely from Kutch on September 23–24

According to the weather department's forecast cited in the report, the southwest monsoon is expected to begin withdrawing from Kutch between September 23 and 24. Dry weather is likely to prevail over parts of Saurashtra and Kutch from September 25.

Jamnagar and the Kutch region are expected to experience a break in rainfall and the onset of drier conditions from September 23.

The India Meteorological Department has separately indicated that conditions are favourable for further withdrawal of the southwest monsoon from parts of Saurashtra and Kutch over the following two to three days.

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Districts and Talukas Recording High Rainfall

According to the rainfall figures included in the supplied report, Valsad has recorded 115.75 inches of rainfall, while Kaprada taluka in Valsad has reported 155.66 inches. Other areas with substantial rainfall include Dang and Navsari.

The rainfall data highlights the significant disparity between South Gujarat, where several talukas have recorded heavy rainfall, and districts such as Devbhumi Dwarka and Porbandar, which continue to face substantial deficits.