Rajasthan Faces Intensified Cold Wave; Fog Warning Issued for 14 Districts
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Synopsis
Rajasthan is currently experiencing severe cold conditions, with a significant drop in temperatures across many cities. A yellow fog alert has been issued for 14 districts, while a western disturbance is expected to bring changes in weather next week.
Key Takeaways
- Cold wave conditions are intensifying in Rajasthan.
- Many cities have recorded a drop in temperatures due to northern winds.
- A yellow fog alert has been issued for 14 districts.
- Weather changes are anticipated from January 22 due to a western disturbance.
- Schools are closing to mitigate the effects of severe cold.
Jaipur, Jan 18 (NationPress) Severe cold conditions have escalated in Rajasthan, with numerous cities, including Jaipur, experiencing a drop in minimum temperature by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius due to northern winds.
Cold-day conditions have been reported in Bharatpur, Hanumangarh, Jhunjhunu, and Alwar, with predictions of rainfall next week from the weather center.
The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for fog across 14 districts of the state today.
On Friday, Jaipur recorded a maximum temperature of 18.5 degrees Celsius.
Weather specialists anticipate that residents may find relief from the bitter cold starting Sunday, as sunny weather is likely to elevate both day and night temperatures by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius.
Mount Abu experienced a drastic temperature fall, with the mercury dipping to 0.8 degrees Celsius on Friday.
All cities, except Kota and Dungarpur, registered minimum temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius.
The minimum temperatures recorded were as follows: Ajmer at 6.9 degrees Celsius, Bhilwara at 9.6 degrees Celsius, Alwar at 7.5 degrees Celsius, Sikar at 4 degrees Celsius, Jaisalmer at 7 degrees Celsius, Sirohi at 3.8 degrees Celsius, Mount Abu at 0.8 degrees Celsius, and Dausa at 7.3 degrees Celsius.
According to the Jaipur Meteorological Centre, a western disturbance is set to influence Rajasthan starting January 22, resulting in significant weather changes.
This system could bring rain and thunderstorms to areas in the Bikaner, Jaipur, and Bharatpur divisions.
The weather is expected to remain dry from January 20, with a slight increase in both day and night temperatures.
The desert state has been severely impacted by cold waves generated by cyclonic winds.
The state government has been declaring holidays in schools due to the extreme cold conditions and reduced visibility caused by fog.
Notably, the severe cold in North India has prompted several states to extend winter vacations.
