WeatherUpdate – Rajasthan Faces Continued Storm Activity as Temperatures Ease

WeatherUpdate – A spell of unsettled weather is expected to continue across Rajasthan as a strong Western Disturbance remains active over the region. The latest forecast from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) indicates that thunderstorms, gusty winds and intermittent rainfall are likely to affect several districts during the next four to five days. The ongoing weather activity has brought noticeable relief from the extreme heat that had gripped many parts of the state in recent weeks.

Changing Weather Pattern Across the State

During the last 24 hours, multiple districts recorded rainfall and thunderstorm activity. Among them, Bari in Dholpur district received the highest rainfall at 58 mm. Meteorologists have warned that several divisions, including Bikaner, Jaipur, Ajmer, Bharatpur, Kota, Jodhpur and Udaipur, may experience strong thunderstorms accompanied by squally winds reaching speeds of 60 to 70 kmph on Saturday.

Officials have also cautioned that isolated locations could witness heavy showers. In addition, hailstorms and lightning-related incidents cannot be ruled out in some areas as atmospheric conditions remain favorable for severe weather development.

Rain and Thunderstorm Activity Expected to Continue

According to weather experts, the pattern of afternoon and evening thunderstorms is likely to persist across parts of Rajasthan through the coming days. Moisture availability combined with atmospheric instability is expected to support recurring spells of rain and storm activity.

The continuation of these weather systems is expected to prevent temperatures from rising sharply. Maximum temperatures in most districts are forecast to remain below the 44-degree Celsius mark, reducing the intensity of heatwave conditions that had been affecting residents across large parts of the state.

Atmospheric Systems Driving the Current Conditions

The IMD has attributed the present weather situation to the interaction of several atmospheric features. A Western Disturbance currently exists in the form of a cyclonic circulation over northwest Uttar Pradesh. This system extends between approximately 3.1 km and 5.8 km above mean sea level and shows a northwestward tilt with increasing altitude.

Meteorologists have also identified an upper-air trough aligned near Longitude 78°E and north of Latitude 25°N. Alongside this, another cyclonic circulation remains active over central Pakistan and extends up to around 1.5 km above mean sea level. The combined influence of these systems is creating favorable conditions for thunderstorms, rainfall and strong winds across Rajasthan.

Dust Storms and Sudden Weather Changes Reported

Several districts reported storm-related activity from Saturday morning onward. Areas including Sri Ganganagar and Udaipur witnessed rain and strong winds. In Sri Ganganagar, a dust storm developed around 11 a.m., reducing visibility and covering large sections of the city with dust. Residents in some locations reported swirling columns of dust that resembled sand whirlwinds.

Despite the disruption caused by strong winds, the sudden shift in weather brought much-needed respite from the intense summer heat experienced during previous days.

Sharp Temperature Drop in Northeastern Districts

Weather activity on Friday had already begun influencing temperatures across northeastern Rajasthan. Rainfall, thunderstorms and hail resulted in a significant fall in daytime temperatures, with some districts recording declines of up to 10 degrees Celsius.

Hail was reported from several districts, including Churu, Hanumangarh, Bikaner, Sikar, Alwar, Jaipur, Bharatpur, Jhunjhunu and Karauli. The combination of rain, cloud cover and strong winds contributed to a marked cooling effect across these regions, improving weather conditions for residents.

Meteorologists will continue monitoring the evolving systems, while residents are advised to remain alert during periods of thunderstorm activity and follow local weather advisories