A new western disturbance has become active in Rajasthan. Under its influence, skies will remain overcast in many parts of the state for the next two days with prospects of light rain. According to the Meteorological Department, a yellow alert for rain accompanied by thunder has been declared in 10 districts of the state on November 14 and 15.
During this period, strong winds blowing at a speed of 30 to 40 kilometers per hour are also likely. The Meteorological Centre has advised citizens to remain cautious in view of the changing weather.
Impact will be seen in these districts on November 14 and 15
According to the Meteorological Department, light rain with partly cloudy skies is likely in some areas of Jodhpur and Bikaner divisions on November 14. The department has issued a yellow alert for Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Nagaur, and Phalodi districts.
Subsequently, the impact of the disturbance will become more widespread on November 15. Scattered drizzles are expected in the Shekhawati region and northern parts of Bikaner, Ajmer, and Jaipur divisions on this day. Accordingly, a yellow alert has also been implemented in Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Churu, Didwana-Kuchaman, and Hanumangarh districts.
Drop in temperature and increased cold from November 16
The Meteorological Department estimates that the weather will clear up across the state from November 16. Dry conditions will persist for the next four to five days. During this period, minimum and maximum temperatures may drop by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius, which will increase the chill during morning and night hours.
Looking at the temperature situation during the past twenty-four hours, the highest maximum temperature of 36.3 degrees Celsius was recorded in Barmer. Meanwhile, the mercury reached up to 36 degrees in Chittorgarh in the eastern part. In contrast, the minimum temperature of 12.5 degrees Celsius was recorded in Sikar, which was the lowest in the state, while the minimum temperature in Nagaur in the western region was recorded at 14.6 degrees.