Monsoon – Rajasthan Braces for More Heavy Rain as Active Weather System Continues
Monsoon –An active monsoon system has strengthened over Rajasthan, bringing widespread rainfall, waterlogging in several cities, and fresh weather alerts as authorities expect more showers over the coming days.
Heavy monsoon showers swept across large parts of Rajasthan on Wednesday, affecting normal life in several districts and prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a Yellow Alert for 22 districts. The weather agency has indicated that the ongoing wet spell is likely to continue until August 2, with isolated areas expected to witness intense rainfall.
Jaipur Faces Waterlogging After Afternoon Downpour
Jaipur experienced a spell of heavy rain during the afternoon, with showers lasting for more than half an hour. Several roads and busy localities, including Tonk Road, Rambagh, Ajmeri Gate, C-Scheme, 22 Godam, and parts of the Walled City, reported water accumulation that slowed traffic movement. Commuters, especially pedestrians and two-wheeler riders on Jagatpura Road, faced difficulties as many waited under bus shelters until the rain eased.
Dholpur Markets Flooded as Rain Disrupts Daily Routine
In Dholpur district, Rajakhera town witnessed severe waterlogging after heavy rainfall submerged markets and low-lying neighbourhoods. The situation temporarily disrupted business activity and routine movement. In Baseri and Saipau areas of the district, a few houses suffered damage due to the continuous rain. Officials confirmed that no casualties were reported during the incident.
Bay of Bengal System Strengthens Monsoon
According to Jaipur Meteorological Centre Director Radheshyam Sharma, the current spell has been triggered by a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal near the West Bengal-Odisha coast. The weather system has shifted the monsoon trough closer to Rajasthan, resulting in stronger monsoon activity across the state. The department expects widespread rainfall to continue for at least the next three days.
Heavy Rain Expected in Southern Rajasthan
The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated parts of the Udaipur and Kota divisions on July 30 and 31. Residents living in low-lying areas have been advised to remain alert as localized flooding and waterlogging may occur if rainfall intensifies further.
Several Districts Receive Significant Rainfall
Rainfall remained widespread across Rajasthan on Tuesday as well. Districts including Jhalawar, Bharatpur, Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Tonk, Chittorgarh, and Bhilwara received between one and four inches of rain. Tonk recorded the highest rainfall among the affected districts.
During the past 24 hours, Tonk registered 101 mm of rainfall, while Jhalrapatan in Jhalawar district recorded 87 mm. Heavy showers were also reported from Bharatpur, Sikar, Bhilwara, Alwar, Chittorgarh, Nagaur, Karauli, Kota, Rajsamand, and Sawai Madhopur.
Rain Brings Relief From High Temperatures
The widespread rainfall has lowered daytime temperatures by around 2 to 5 degrees Celsius in districts such as Jaipur, Chittorgarh, Sikar, Pilani, Alwar, Churu, Karauli, and Dausa, providing relief from humid weather conditions.
However, northern Rajasthan remained comparatively dry for much of Wednesday. Sri Ganganagar recorded temperatures above 41 degrees Celsius before evening showers brought some relief. Sikar continues to remain under a Yellow Alert for the next two days.
Seasonal Rainfall Shows Mixed Picture
Weather officials expect rainfall activity to increase further during the first week of August, with normal monsoon conditions likely across the Shekhawati region.
Seasonal rainfall figures indicate varied conditions across districts. Udaipur has received 205 mm of rain against the normal seasonal average of 271 mm, leaving it about 24 percent below normal. In contrast, Ajmer has recorded 308.7 mm of rainfall since June, which is approximately 46.5 percent above the seasonal average. Meanwhile, intermittent rainfall in Alwar since Wednesday morning has reduced temperatures and enhanced the greenery across the Aravalli hills.
The Meteorological Department has advised people in districts under alert to remain cautious, particularly in areas vulnerable to flooding and waterlogging, as the current active monsoon phase is expected to continue over the next few days.