Continued Rainfall and Temperature Drops Forecasted in Rajasthan Until March's End
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Jaipur, March 24 (NationPress) The recent wave of storms and rainfall that initiated in Rajasthan last week is anticipated to persist until the end of March, resulting in a significant decline in temperatures throughout the state.
The Meteorological Department has indicated that two distinct weather systems are expected to affect Rajasthan from March 26 to March 31. However, weather conditions are forecasted to be clear on March 25.
In the past 24 hours, light rain was observed in various districts including Jaipur, Hanumangarh, and Jhunjhunu. Afternoon showers were also noted in Kota, Baran, and Ajmer, with certain areas in Kota experiencing heavy rainfall during the day.
Meanwhile, areas like Jhalawar, Baran, Sawai Madhopur, and Bundi had cloudy skies with sporadic drizzles. On Monday morning, parts of Jaipur experienced light rain along with thunder and lightning, recording 8 mm of rainfall. Shahpura noted 5 mm, while Jalsu recorded 1 mm. The persistent cloud cover throughout the day led to a temperature drop of about 3 degrees Celsius, with Jaipur registering a maximum of 28.5 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 19.2 degrees.
Western districts such as Jaisalmer, Barmer, Jodhpur, Bikaner, and Ganganagar also saw relief from the heat due to the rainfall, with temperatures remaining around normal levels. In the last 24 hours, Barmer recorded the highest maximum temperature at 35.8 degrees. Other notable readings included Bikaner: 33 degrees Celsius, Churu: 32.4 degrees, Jaisalmer: 33.4 degrees, Jodhpur: 34.3 degrees, Ganganagar: 32.5 degrees, and Udaipur: 33.5 degrees. Most western districts enjoyed a temperature lower than normal, providing a break from the rising summer heat.
Radheshyam Sharma, Director of the Meteorological Centre in Jaipur, stated that the weather will remain clear until Wednesday. Following this, light rainfall is anticipated in eastern and northern Rajasthan due to consecutive Western Disturbances.
A strong Western Disturbance is expected between March 29 and 31, potentially causing thunderstorms and rainfall in the northwestern and northeastern regions of the state. However, on March 26 and 27, locations like Jaipur, Ajmer, Bharatpur, Kota, Bikaner, and Jodhpur may encounter dusty winds with speeds of 30 to 40 km/h, along with isolated rainfall and thunderstorms.
In summary, Rajasthan is set to experience ongoing weather fluctuations, with intermittent rain and relatively cooler conditions prevailing through the end of March.