Gandhinagar, Nov 3 (NationPress) Gujarat is currently experiencing an extraordinary weather event characterized by a blend of winter chill and unforeseen rainfall, resulting in a dual-season climate throughout the state. While various regions have recorded light to moderate showers, parts of South Gujarat and Saurashtra have faced intense rainfall, disrupting everyday activities and raising alarms among farmers.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that this wave of unseasonal rain could persist into Monday, advising both citizens and farmers to exercise caution.

Official reports indicate that 43 talukas received rainfall in the past 24 hours, with Dwarka leading at 1.38 inches, followed by Bhavnagar (0.87 inches) and Morbi (0.79 inches). Areas such as Halvad, Sojitra, and Khedbrahma also experienced moderate precipitation.

The IMD forecasts additional scattered rainfall in North Gujarat’s Gandhinagar, Patan, Mehsana, Banaskantha, Sabarkantha, and Aravalli, along with cloudy conditions and light rain in parts of Central and South Gujarat, including Vadodara, Surat, Navsari, and Valsad. This unseasonal rain has caused public life disruptions, including waterlogging on roadways, traffic delays, and increasing concern among farmers regarding damage to their crops.

Experts assert that this weather irregularity is a definitive sign of climate change, as unpredictable rain patterns are becoming increasingly common, affecting agriculture, infrastructure, and livelihoods statewide. In contrast, a different weather trend is emerging across North and Central India, where temperatures are gradually decreasing, indicating the onset of winter.

Regions like Delhi-NCR, Punjab, and Haryana are expected to remain dry this week with minimum temperatures ranging from 15 to 18 degrees Celsius, while a new Western Disturbance is anticipated to bring rain and strong winds to several northern states from November 3 to 5.

Meteorologists observe that the country is experiencing a unique shift in weather patterns—heavy rains in the east and south, alongside intensifying cold in the north. They caution that this is part of a broader climate transition necessitating enhanced preparedness and sustainable mitigation efforts to safeguard India’s agricultural and urban systems from escalating climate volatility.