Climate of Gujarat

Gujarat has varied climatic conditions. The north-western part is mostly dry due to the desert areas while the southern region is moist due to heavy rainfall during the monsoon season. There are mainly three seasons – the winter from November to February, summer from March to June and Monsoon season from July to September.

The southern districts receive maximum rainfall, making it suitable for vegetation. The northern region is dry because of the adjoining desert. The Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Cambay make the weather pleasant. Areas like Kutch, Jamnagar, Panchmahals and Mehsana fall in the rain shadow region and thus receive little rainfall. The overall climate of the state is extreme due to the variation in topography.