Orange and Yellow Alerts Issued as Western Disturbance Triggers Weather Shift Across the State
JAIPUR, May 3, 2025 – The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh weather alert for eight districts in Rajasthan, warning of thunderstorms, rainfall, lightning, and strong winds due to a newly active Western Disturbance. The shift in weather is expected to continue over the next 3–4 days in several regions across the state.
Alert Zones: Orange for Three Districts, Yellow for Five
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Orange Alert: Issued for Alwar, Bharatpur, and Bhilwara districts and surrounding areas. These regions may experience light to moderate rainfall, lightning, and strong surface winds resembling localised squalls or ‘Andhi’ conditions.
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Yellow Alert: Issued for Jodhpur, Pali, Ajmer, Sawai Madhopur, and Dholpur, where thunderclouds, gusty winds, and light showers are expected in isolated places.
Additionally, Jaipur is under a Yellow Alert, while Alwar, Dholpur, and Bharatpur remain on Orange Alert until further notice.
Recent Weather Activity Across the State
According to the IMD’s 24-hour observations, weather began shifting across 12 districts as early as Friday morning. Affected areas included Kota, Bikaner, Barmer, Dausa, Karauli, Alwar, Bhiwadi, Bharatpur, Jhunjhunu, and Nagaur, where dust storms, lightning, and intermittent rainfall were reported.
In Sri Ganganagar, 11.5 mm of rainfall was recorded, leading to waterlogging and damage to grain stocks in local mandis.
In Jaipur, strong winds swept through the city in the morning, providing some relief. However, heat and humidity intensified by midday, making conditions uncomfortable. Saturday morning, in contrast, brought cooler winds and overcast skies, offering some respite to residents.
Temperature Updates Across Key Cities
Over the last 24 hours, maximum temperatures recorded were:
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Jaipur: 35.5°C
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Bhilwara: 40.5°C
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Sikar: 37.5°C
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Chittorgarh: 42.6°C
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Barmer: 43.4°C
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Phalodi: 42.8°C
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Jodhpur: 42.3°C
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Dungarpur-Jalore region: 41.1°C
Despite the rain in some districts, high temperatures continue to dominate across western Rajasthan.
Forecast: Rain, Thunder, and Gusty Winds for the Next Few Days
The Jaipur Meteorological Centre has forecast thunderstorms, dust storms, lightning, and light to moderate rainfall in parts of the state until early next week. Residents are advised to:
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Stay indoors during lightning storms
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Avoid low-lying or waterlogged areas
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Secure loose outdoor items in high wind zones
Authorities continue to monitor developments and may issue updated alerts as the situation evolves.
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