Synopsis
Rajasthan is experiencing a significant heatwave, with temperatures climbing sharply, particularly in Barmer. The region is advised to take precautions as dry conditions persist and heatwave alerts are issued for various areas.Key Takeaways
- Barmer hits 44.0 degrees Celsius, 5 degrees above normal.
- Dry weather to last for 4-5 days.
- New heatwave to peak on April 15 and 16.
- Residents advised to stay indoors during peak hours.
- Yellow and orange alerts issued across various districts.
Jaipur, April 14 (NationPress) With dry weather persisting throughout Rajasthan, temperatures have continued to escalate. Barmer has recorded the highest temperature in the state, reaching an intense 44.0 degrees Celsius, which is 5 degrees above the normal level.
The lowest temperature was noted in Sangaria at 19.6 degrees Celsius. Observations made at 8.30 a.m. indicated that average humidity levels across various regions were between 20 per cent and 50 per cent. As per the Meteorological Centre, the impact of the previous western disturbance has concluded, leading to a new heatwave that is forecasted to commence on Monday.
Daytime maximum temperatures could rise by as much as 5 degrees, with dry weather expected to continue for the next 4-5 days.
A new heatwave is anticipated to start in western Rajasthan from April 14. The heatwave's intensity is projected to significantly increase on April 15 and 16, impacting numerous areas in the Jodhpur, Bikaner, and Shekhawati regions. Some locations may experience extreme heatwave conditions, with temperatures potentially soaring to 45-46 degrees, especially in border districts.
In the meantime, a weak western disturbance might trigger light to moderate thunderstorms in parts of eastern Rajasthan on April 17-18. Despite this, high temperatures will persist. On Sunday, Barmer again topped the list at 44 degrees, while Jalore had the highest minimum temperature of 26 degrees.
In the capital, Jaipur, both day and night temperatures are increasing after a brief reprieve. The city recorded a minimum of 21.8 degrees and a maximum of 37.1 degrees on Sunday. The Meteorological Centre anticipates dry conditions from April 14, followed by a gradual rise in both daytime and nighttime temperatures. A yellow alert has been issued for heatwave conditions in Jaisalmer on Monday.
The department has forecasted hot winds in Barmer, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, and Sriganganagar on Tuesday.
An orange alert has been declared for April 16 for Sriganganagar, Jaisalmer, Barmer, and Bikaner, while a yellow alert has been issued for Jhunjhunu, Churu, Hanumangarh, and Jodhpur.
The orange alert remains in effect for Sriganganagar, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, and Barmer on April 17. A yellow alert was also released for Alwar, Bharatpur, Dausa, Dholpur, Jaipur, Jhunjhunu, Karauli, Sawai Madhopur, Sikar, Tonk, Churu, Hanumangarh, Jalore, Jodhpur, and Nagaur on the same day.
Residents are urged to stay indoors during peak afternoon hours and take necessary precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses.
