New Delhi, May 29 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD), in its latest forecast, has predicted rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms in Ahmedabad today. This follows pre-monsoon showers that lashed several parts of Gujarat on Tuesday, bringing a welcome dip in temperatures across the region.Despite the showers, the maximum temperature in the city is expected to remain above 40degC, according to the IMD.

A yellow alert has been issued for several districts, including Kachchh, Banaskantha, Patan, Mehsana, Sabarkantha, Aravalli, Surendranagar, Ahmedabad, and Gandhinagar. These areas are likely to witness thunderstorms, lightning, squalls, and strong surface winds.Read | Farmers to get weather updates on feature phones with IMD's upco...