Gujarat Monsoon Alert: Heavy Rain Forecast, Several Dams Fill Up as IMD Warns of More Showers

Gujarat has received nearly 29 per cent of its average seasonal rainfall so far during the 2026 monsoon, with South Gujarat emerging as the worst-hit region after recording the highest rainfall figures. A state-level monsoon report released on Tuesday showed that Gujarat has received 261.59 mm of average rainfall, accounting for 28.78 per cent of the total seasonal average by the third week of July.

The rainfall progress comes after the state witnessed stronger monsoon activity in recent days, triggering heavy showers in districts such as Valsad, Navsari and Dang, while authorities stepped up preparations with dam alerts, rescue teams and evacuation measures.

Gujarat Receives 261.59 mm Rainfall So Far

According to the latest monsoon report, Gujarat has recorded 261.59 mm (10.30 inches) of rainfall against the seasonal average so far.

A comparison with previous years shows a slower start this monsoon:

• 2023: 948.06 mm rainfall, or 108.16% of the seasonal average
• 2024: 1,263.90 mm rainfall, or 143.14% of the seasonal average
• 2025: 1,133.75 mm rainfall, or 128.57% of the seasonal average

By the third week of July this year, Gujarat has received around 29 per cent of its total seasonal rainfall.

South Gujarat Leads Rainfall Chart

South Gujarat has recorded the highest rainfall among all regions, receiving 668.65 mm, which is 43.36 per cent of its seasonal average. The region also recorded an average rainfall of 58.02 mm in the last 24 hours.

Region-wise rainfall figures:

• South Gujarat: 668.65 mm (43.36%)
• Saurashtra: 230.58 mm (30.25%) against an average of 762 mm
• East-Central Gujarat: 161.24 mm (19.69%) against an average of 819 mm
• North Gujarat: 107.05 mm (14.66%) against an average of 730 mm
• Kutch: 17.10 mm (3.42%) against an average of 500 mm

16 Gujarat Talukas Receive Over 1,000 mm Rainfall

Out of Gujarat’s 251 talukas, 16 have recorded more than 1,000 mm of rainfall so far.

Rainfall distribution across talukas:

• 16 talukas: More than 1,000 mm rainfall
• 22 talukas: 501 to 1,000 mm rainfall
• 42 talukas: 251 to 500 mm rainfall
• 83 talukas: 126 to 250 mm rainfall

Valsad, Navsari Record Torrential Rain

Heavy rainfall continued across parts of South Gujarat over the last 24 hours, with 165 talukas across 32 districts receiving an average rainfall of 14.25 mm.

The highest rainfall figures were recorded in:

• Pardi, Valsad: 208 mm (8.19 inches)
• Khergam, Navsari: 202 mm (7.95 inches)
• Nanapondha, Valsad: 182 mm (7.17 inches)
• Vapi, Valsad: 182 mm (7.17 inches)
• Valsad taluka: 179 mm (7.05 inches)

On Tuesday, Navsari and Dang districts witnessed intense rainfall between 6 am and 4 pm:

• Vansda, Navsari: 116 mm (4.57 inches)
• Chikhli, Navsari: 99 mm (3.90 inches)
• Waghai, Dang: 86 mm (3.39 inches)
• Navsari: 81 mm (3.19 inches)
• Gandevi: 80 mm (3.15 inches)

Narmada Dam 67.77% Full, 27 Reservoirs Under Alert

Heavy rainfall has improved water storage levels across Gujarat’s reservoirs.

The Sardar Sarovar Narmada Dam, the state’s key water resource, is currently 67.77 per cent full with storage of 226,402 million cubic feet (mcft).

The dam’s water level stands at 419.19 feet against a full reservoir level (FRL) of 454.98 feet, with an inflow of 14,508 cusecs.

Across Gujarat’s remaining 206 reservoirs, total water storage has reached 40.90 per cent of capacity, with 228,184 mcft of water available.

Reservoir status:

• 100% full: 6 reservoirs
• 70% to 100% full: 21 reservoirs
• 50% to 70% full: 20 reservoirs
• 25% to 50% full: 53 reservoirs
• Below 25%: 106 reservoirs

12 Dams Put on High Alert

Authorities have issued special alerts for 27 dams across Gujarat.

Of these:

• 12 dams are on high alert
• 2 dams are on alert
• 13 dams are under warning

Dams placed under high alert include Dhataravadi and Surajwadi in Amreli, Rojki and Shetrunji in Bhavnagar, Vansal in Surendranagar and Doswada in Tapi due to reaching full capacity.

Around 25,525 cusecs of water is currently being released from the Damanganga Dam.

Over 8,300 People Evacuated During Monsoon

The state administration has deployed emergency teams across rain-affected areas.

Current disaster response measures:

• 11 NDRF teams and 24 SDRF platoons deployed
• 3 NDRF teams and 9 SDRF teams kept in reserve
• 8,324 people evacuated to safer locations
• 3,711 people rescued

Surat recorded the highest evacuation activity, with 4,683 people moved to safety and 3,416 rescued. Navsari reported the evacuation of 2,113 people.

224 Roads Closed Due to Heavy Rain

Heavy rainfall has affected road connectivity in several districts.

A total of 224 roads are currently closed for traffic, including:

• 222 Panchayat roads
• 2 State Highways

Valsad has reported the highest number of road closures with 110 affected routes, followed by Navsari with 81.

Power supply has been restored in all 3,402 villages affected by rainfall. Repairs have been completed on feeders and electricity infrastructure damaged during the rains.

GSRTC bus services are currently operating normally across the state.

Kharif Sowing Crosses 50 Lakh Hectares

Improved rainfall has boosted agricultural activity in Gujarat, with farmers completing sowing across 50.83 lakh hectares, covering 59.59 per cent of the state’s normal kharif sowing area of 85.30 lakh hectares.

Crop-wise sowing progress:

• Cotton: 18.75 lakh hectares (78.71%)
• Groundnut: 16.48 lakh hectares (86.05%)
• Rice/Paddy: 2.25 lakh hectares (25.38%)
• Soybean: 2.48 lakh hectares (88.40%)

IMD Warns Fishermen, More Heavy Rain Forecast

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has advised fishermen to avoid venturing into the sea due to strong winds and rough conditions.

A strict warning has been issued against fishing activities from 21 July to 24 July 2026 until 3 pm.

The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places in South Gujarat, North Gujarat and the Panchmahal-Aravalli region in the coming days.