Cold Wave Grows Stronger in Jaipur as Heavy Rain Hits
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Synopsis
Jaipur residents faced heightened cold as heavy rain on January 15 dropped temperatures significantly. The India Meteorological Department issued alerts for further rain and dense fog across Rajasthan, affecting commuters. A cold wave is expected to persist, with temperatures remaining below normal in the coming weeks.
Key Takeaways
- Jaipur experiences heavy rain leading to colder temperatures.
- The minimum temperature recorded is 10.3 degrees Celsius.
- A new Western Disturbance is forecasted to intensify cold conditions.
- A Yellow alert has been issued for multiple districts in Rajasthan.
- Cold weather is expected to last for about two weeks.
Jaipur, Jan 15 (NationPress) The inhabitants of the capital city of Rajasthan are feeling the brunt of winter as a strong cold wave has become more pronounced due to heavy rainfall on Wednesday, which further dropped temperatures and caused significant inconvenience for commuters and pedestrians seeking shelter.
The downpour commenced around 1 p.m. on Wednesday. Initially mild, the rain rapidly escalated, causing a further dip in the temperature.
The recorded minimum temperature was 10.3 degrees Celsius.
Numerous districts across Rajasthan were enveloped in thick fog this morning.
This weather situation starkly contrasted with the clear skies and sunny conditions observed on Tuesday.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning about the onset of a new Western Disturbance beginning Wednesday night.
The cold is anticipated to worsen due to robust northerly winds.
As per the IMD, an alert for light rain and dense fog has been issued for various districts in Rajasthan, including Jaipur.
A notable temperature shift is expected within the following 24 hours.
Moreover, light to moderate rainfall along with sporadic thunderstorms is predicted in several parts of the state on Wednesday.
The weather is projected to become dry again starting January 16, although some regions may still experience dense fog.
A Yellow alert for rain has been issued for multiple districts in Rajasthan, including Ajmer, Alwar, Baran, Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Dausa, Dholpur, Jaipur, Jhalawar, Jhunjhunu, Karauli, Sawai Madhopur, Kota, Sikar, and Tonk.
Previously on Tuesday, the Met Department had declared a Yellow alert for overcast skies, light to moderate rainfall, and hailstorms in 17 districts, which included Ajmer, Bharatpur, Kota, and Jaipur.
Weather specialists predict that cold conditions are likely to persist in Rajasthan for the next 12 to 15 days.
Minimum temperatures are expected to remain at or slightly below the normal range.
Another mild Western Disturbance is forecasted to arrive on January 22-23, making any rise in temperatures over the coming days improbable.
