Rajasthan is currently in the grip of a severe cold wave, primarily driven by continuous icy winds blowing in from North India. This persistent influx of cold air has led to a significant drop in minimum temperatures across various parts of the state, making mornings and evenings particularly chilly. The Meteorological Centre Jaipur has indicated that similar weather conditions are expected to. Prevail for the next few days, offering little respite from the biting cold.
Cold Wave Grips Rajasthan
The intensity of the cold wave is escalating across Rajasthan. A yellow alert for a cold wave has been issued for Sikar district for Sunday, signaling a period of intense cold. Concurrently, the Jaipur and Ajmer divisions are also experiencing the palpable effects of the cold wave, especially during the early morning and late evening hours, while in a majority of the districts within these divisions, the minimum temperatures have plummeted below the 10 degrees Celsius mark, impacting daily life and prompting residents to seek warmth through bonfires and heavy winter clothing. The widespread chill has led to a noticeable change in the routines. Of the local populace, as they adapt to the harsh winter conditions.
Minimum Temperatures Across Cities
Over the past 24 hours, a striking observation has been the single-digit minimum temperatures recorded in 13 cities across Rajasthan, underscoring the severity of the cold. Fatehpur in Sikar recorded the lowest at 5 degrees Celsius, closely followed by Sikar itself at 5. 4 degrees Celsius, while other cities experiencing significant drops included Nagaur at 6. 1 degrees Celsius, Churu at 7. 9 degrees Celsius, Pilani at 8. 5 degrees Celsius, Chittorgarh at 9. 5 degrees Celsius, Alwar at 8. 4 degrees Celsius, Vanasthali (Tonk) at 8. 6 degrees Celsius, Bhilwara at 9. 4 degrees Celsius, Dausa at 6. 9 degrees Celsius, and Jhunjhunu at 8, while 6 degrees Celsius. These regions reported intensely cold mornings and evenings, making outdoor activities challenging. While these cities bore the brunt of the cold, other major urban centers also registered low temperatures, though slightly above the 10-degree mark. Ajmer recorded 10 degrees Celsius, Udaipur and Jodhpur both at 10, while 2 degrees Celsius, Jaipur at 12. 4 degrees Celsius, Kota at 13. 1 degrees Celsius, Barmer at 15. 4 degrees Celsius, Jaisalmer at 12. 6 degrees Celsius, Bikaner at 13, while 6 degrees Celsius, Ganganagar at 10. 7 degrees Celsius, Dungarpur at 12. 9 degrees Celsius, and Hanumangarh at 12. 2 degrees Celsius. This broad distribution of low temperatures indicates that a significant portion of the state is under the influence of the cold wave.
Daytime Chill Intensifies
Beyond the plummeting minimum temperatures, Rajasthan is also witnessing a slight dip in daytime maximum temperatures, while on Saturday, the maximum temperature dropped by approximately 1 degree Celsius, contributing to an increased chill even during the day. Barmer recorded the highest daytime temperature at 32, while 4 degrees Celsius on Saturday. Other maximum temperatures included Jaisalmer at 30. 9 degrees Celsius, Phalodi at 30 degrees Celsius, Bikaner at 31, while 3 degrees Celsius, Ganganagar at 30. 5 degrees Celsius, Ajmer at 27. 8 degrees Celsius, Bhilwara at 27 degrees Celsius, Vanasthali (Tonk) at 28, while 2 degrees Celsius, Alwar at 27. 4 degrees Celsius, Jaipur at 28, while 4 degrees Celsius, Sikar at 27. 5 degrees Celsius, Pilani at 29, while 7 degrees Celsius, Chittorgarh at 29 degrees Celsius, Kota at 27. 8 degrees Celsius, Nagaur at 29. 9 degrees Celsius, and Baran at 27. 3 degrees Celsius, while notably, Udaipur experienced the coldest day with a maximum temperature of 25. 6 degrees Celsius, indicating a more pronounced chill in that region.
Weather Outlook for Coming Days
The Meteorological Centre Jaipur forecasts that the current cold conditions will persist across the state for the next few days. Intense cold in the mornings and evenings, coupled with a light cold wave, is expected to continue. A yellow alert for a cold wave remains in effect for Sikar district on Sunday, and a mild. Impact of the cold wave may also be observed in certain parts of the Jaipur and Ajmer divisions. No significant change in temperatures is anticipated, meaning the cold spell is set to endure, while residents are advised to take necessary precautions to protect themselves from the cold.