Temperature Drops as Western Disturbance Gains Strength
Jaipur, February 2 – The weather in Rajasthan is witnessing another shift, with cloud cover and cool winds recorded across several cities. The maximum temperature has dropped, bringing a slight winter chill during the day. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a new western disturbance is becoming active, which could lead to light rainfall with thunder in some parts of the state on February 3 and 4.
On Sunday, 14 cities recorded nighttime temperatures below 10°C, with Mount Abu and Lunkaransar dipping below 5°C. Meanwhile, a tragic incident occurred in Bharatpur’s Bhusawar, where a woman lost her life due to burns from an open fire used for warmth.
Meteorological Update: Western Disturbance to Bring Rainfall
Radheshyam Sharma, Director of the Meteorological Center, stated that two consecutive western disturbances are impacting Rajasthan’s weather. As a result, cloud cover and moderate winds were observed in multiple cities on Sunday, causing a further drop in temperature.
🌩️ Weather Forecast for February 3-4:
- Light rain with thunder is expected in some regions.
- Cities affected: Jaipur, Sikar, Alwar, and nearby areas.
- Humidity levels: Recorded between 50% to 100% in most parts of the state.
📊 Temperature Highlights (Sunday):
- Coldest Night: Mount Abu – 3.4°C
- Hottest Day: Chittorgarh – 27.8°C
- Warmest Night: Barmer – 13.8°C
In Jaipur, scattered clouds were visible throughout the day, accompanied by mild to moderate winds. This resulted in a 1°C drop in daytime temperatures, while nighttime temperatures increased by 1.9°C. Jaipur recorded:
🌡️ Maximum temperature: 25°C
🌡️ Minimum temperature: 15.7°C
Residents should expect light rain or drizzle in Jaipur on Monday and Tuesday.
Earthquake Tremors Felt in Bikaner, No Casualties Reported
An earthquake struck Bikaner on Sunday at 12:58 PM, sending mild tremors across the city. The sudden shaking prompted panic among residents, leading many to evacuate their homes, offices, and buildings.
🔹 Impact of the Tremors:
- Duration: Lasted for a few seconds.
- Visible Effects: Windows and shop shelves shook, causing items to fall.
- Panic Among People: Many residents rushed to open spaces, concerned about their families’ safety.
- Epicenter & Intensity: The earthquake originated far from Bikaner and had a low intensity, resulting in no damage or casualties.
Authorities have assured that there is no immediate risk, but residents are advised to stay alert for any further tremors.
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