Jaipur, April 27 (Udaipur Kiran): Rajasthan is reeling under intense heatwave conditions, with temperatures soaring up to 46°C in several districts, including Barmer and Jaisalmer.
According to the Meteorological Department, hot winds continue to sweep across most parts of the state, with maximum temperatures ranging between 44°C and 46°C, significantly above normal levels.
In the last 24 hours, Barmer recorded the highest temperature at 46.4°C, while the lowest minimum temperature of 22.8°C was reported at Jawai Dam in Pali district. Gangapur City in Sawai Madhopur recorded the highest rainfall at 6.0 mm during the same period.
Jaisalmer also experienced extreme heat, recording a maximum temperature of 46°C. Kota and Chittorgarh reported temperatures of 45.2°C.
Despite the scorching conditions, some districts witnessed a change in weather on Sunday evening. Cloud cover was observed in areas such as Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Ajmer, Bhilwara, and Chittorgarh after 4 pm, followed by light rain and dust-laden winds in a few locations.
The weather department has issued an alert for Jaipur, Alwar, and nearby areas, forecasting strong winds and light rain, which may provide temporary relief from the heat.
However, heatwave conditions are likely to persist, with temperatures expected to remain above normal. Some relief is anticipated between April 28 and April 30, when several parts of the state may witness thunderstorms, rainfall, and isolated hailstorm activity.
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