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5 days ago
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Rain in parts of Rajasthan, Mount Abu receives 145 mm rainfall
Last Updated: Jaipur, Jul 20 (PTI) Light rainfall was recorded in parts of eastern Rajasthan while heavy rain lashed some areas in the western part of the state in the last 24 hours till Sunday morning, a MeT department spokesperson said. Mount Abu tehsil recorded the highest rainfall of 145 mm during this period, he said Jaipur's MeT regional centre director Radhey Shyam Sharma said that except Jaisalmer and surrounding areas, there is a strong possibility of relief from heavy rain in most of the remaining parts today. On July 21-22, light-moderate rain activities are likely to be recorded in some parts of northern and south-eastern Rajasthan. He said that there will be a decline in heavy rain activities in most parts of the state for the next one week. However, light moderate rain activities are likely to be recorded in some parts. The highest maximum temperature in the state was recorded at Sriganganagar at 36.5 degree Celsius yesterday. The lowest minimum temperature in the state was recorded 20 degrees at Sirohi. According to observations recorded this morning, average humidity was recorded between 75 to 100 per cent in most parts of the state. PTI AG NB NB Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Monsoon entersRaj early, likelyto cover state in next few days
Jaipur: The Southwest monsoon arrived early in Rajasthan on Wednesday, reaching the state seven days before its onset date last year. The early arrival saw mild to moderate showers at various places in Jaipur, Bikaner, Udaipur, and Kota divisions of the state. The Met office, while confirming the onset of the monsoon, said that this year's rainfall would be higher, with an increase of almost 10% compared to 2024. Kaman in Bharatpur received a rainfall of 100mm, the highest in the state. The Jaipur Met office said that in 2024, the monsoon arrived on June 25, and its widespread activity began by July 28. Rainfall was witnessed at many places in Udaipur, Dungarpur, Banswara, Sirohi, Jalore, Barmer, Pali, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, Jhalawar, Baran, Jaipur, Ajmer, Sawai Madhopur, and Dholpur. "On its first day, the monsoon has already covered 50% of the state, and in the next couple of days, it will progress further. It appears that in the next three to four days, it will cover the entire Rajasthan," said a city Met department official. By evening, Jaipur recorded a rainfall of almost 45mm. Many localities in the city experienced waterlogging and intermittent rains. "Mild to moderate showers will continue in Jaipur on Thursday," said the official. The Met office said that Kota and Udaipur divisions are likely to get heavy rainfall in the next few days. "The monsoon arrived early, and it appears that it will cover the entire state in the next few days," said Radhey Shyam Sharma, director, Met office, Jaipur. The Met office also expects 10% extra rainfall this year. "In 2024, the average monsoon rainfall was 624mm in Rajasthan, and this year it will be 10% higher," the official said.
India Gazette
13-06-2025
- Climate
- India Gazette
Severe heat waves, warm night conditions to continue for 2-3 days across Rajasthan: IMD
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 13 (ANI): Heat waves, severe heat waves, and warm night conditions will likely continue for the next 2-3 days, especially in parts of western and northern Rajasthan, said a forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday. According to the weather department, the highest maximum temperature reported over Sri Ganganagar in Rajasthan was 47.8 degrees Celsius. Speaking to ANI, Radhey Shyam Sharma, Director of the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, said, 'In the last 24 hours, the temperature has increased by 1-2C in many parts of the state. Heat waves, severe heat waves, and warm night conditions will likely continue for the next 2-3 days, especially in parts of western and northern Rajasthan. The highest maximum temperature reported in Sri Ganganagar (Rajasthan) is 47.8 degrees Celsius.' 'After the next 24 to 48 hours, pre-monsoon activities will begin in some parts of the state. The monsoon activity has already increased in the last 2 days. In the coming days, conditions are favourable for the monsoon to progress in some parts of eastern and central India. We will see in Rajasthan as well. So, from June 15 to pre-monsoon activities in some parts of East Rajasthan. There will be a rise, and the temperature will drop by 2-4C,' he added. On Thursday, the IMD said that after days of intense heat, a gradual respite in heatwave conditions is likely over Northwest India beginning June 14. Severe heatwave conditions were reported at a few places in West Rajasthan, with isolated areas experiencing extreme temperatures. Heat wave conditions also prevailed in parts of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and isolated pockets of East Rajasthan, South Uttar Pradesh, and Northwest Madhya Pradesh. In its forecast for the maximum temperature, the IMD said that there was no significant change likely over Northwest and Central India during the next three days and predicted a gradual fall by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius thereafter. On Tuesday, IMD official Radheshyam Sharma said that Western Rajasthan, particularly Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, and Bikaner, was experiencing a severe heat wave with temperatures above 47 degrees Celsius. The heat wave is expected to continue for three to four days. 'Strong south-west winds, carrying dust, will prevail in the region for two to three days. Eastern Rajasthan may experience thunderstorm activities from June 15-16, bringing possible relief from the heat. A drop in temperature is expected in eastern Rajasthan around June 18-20 due to thunderstorm activities', Sharma added. On June 10, Sri Ganganagar and Hanumangarh issued orange alerts. Bikaner, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli, and Dholpur issued yellow warnings. (ANI)
