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Two systems to bring moderate rain across Gujarat for a week, drizzle in Rajkot, Kutch, Junagadh
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🗓 18 Sep 2026, 05:34 AM
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The India Meteorological Department has identified two active weather systems that will bring moderate rainfall across Gujarat for the next seven days, with light drizzle expected in the Rajkot‑Kutch corridor and Junagadh.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a bulletin on Tuesday indicating that two distinct weather systems are currently active over western India. Both systems are projected to move slowly across Gujarat, delivering moderate rain over the next seven days.
Meteorologists expect the heaviest activity in the Rajkot‑Kutch stretch and the Junagadh district, where light drizzle will be more frequent. Rainfall intensity is described as moderate, meaning it will not reach heavy‑storm levels but could affect outdoor activities and agriculture.
The IMD has advised residents to stay updated with local forecasts, avoid unnecessary travel during periods of reduced visibility, and take precautionary measures to protect crops and property from prolonged wet conditions.
Overall, the week‑long rain spell is seen as a typical monsoon‑pre‑season pattern for the region, offering relief from the recent dry spell while keeping the risk of flooding low.
Meteorologists expect the heaviest activity in the Rajkot‑Kutch stretch and the Junagadh district, where light drizzle will be more frequent. Rainfall intensity is described as moderate, meaning it will not reach heavy‑storm levels but could affect outdoor activities and agriculture.
The IMD has advised residents to stay updated with local forecasts, avoid unnecessary travel during periods of reduced visibility, and take precautionary measures to protect crops and property from prolonged wet conditions.
Overall, the week‑long rain spell is seen as a typical monsoon‑pre‑season pattern for the region, offering relief from the recent dry spell while keeping the risk of flooding low.