Cold Wave Intensifies in Rajasthan: Icy Winds from the Hills Grip Bikaner, Jaipur, and Bharatpur; Rain Likely in Seven Districts

Jaipur:
Winter has tightened its hold over Rajasthan as icy winds sweeping down from the northern hills cause a sharp dip in temperatures across several divisions, including Bikaner, Jaipur, and Bharatpur. According to the Meteorological Department, seven districts are likely to receive rain today and tomorrow, owing to the impact of a western disturbance.

On Wednesday, Fatehpur emerged as the coldest region in the state, recording a minimum temperature of 2.9°C, while 12 cities witnessed temperatures falling below 10°C during the night.

Temperature Drops Across Multiple Divisions

Rajasthan is swiftly transitioning into a deep winter phase. The influx of cold north winds has brought night temperatures down significantly. Fatehpur, in particular, saw its minimum temperature slide below 3°C. Several cities across Bikaner, Jaipur, and Bharatpur divisions experienced a notable chill.

The weather department has predicted cloud cover and light rainfall in Udaipur, Jodhpur, and Ajmer divisions today due to western disturbance activity. On November 28, light showers are expected in parts of Ajmer and Jaipur divisions, though most regions of the state will remain mainly dry over the coming days.

Coldest Regions in the Last 24 Hours

The following locations recorded the lowest night temperatures:

• Fatehpur: 2.9°C
• Sikar: 4.0°C
• Lunkaransar: 4.5°C
• Nagaur: 5.2°C
• Churu: 5.6°C
• Alwar: 6.5°C
• Pilani: 7.0°C
• Jhunjhunu: 7.2°C
• Sri Ganganagar: 8.7°C
• Vanasthali: 9.3°C

Meanwhile, Barmer and Jalore recorded the warmest maximum temperatures at 29.4°C and 28.1°C, respectively.

Cold Wave Strengthening Across the State

With freezing winds blowing in from the Himalayan region, the cold wave has begun to intensify. Even daytime temperatures have dipped noticeably, prompting residents to bask in the sun. On Wednesday, not a single city in Rajasthan recorded a maximum temperature above 30°C, reflecting the growing impact of winter.

Rainfall Expected in Several Districts

Due to the ongoing western disturbance, the weather is expected to remain unstable today, 27 November, in Jalore, Sirohi, Pali, Udaipur, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, and Ajmer districts, with possibilities of light rain or drizzle.
On 28 November, Dausa, Jaipur, Tonk, Ajmer, Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, and Udaipur are likely to see cloudy skies accompanied by light showers.