Rajasthan Braces for Dust Storms and Rain from March 28, Met Issues Alert

The Meteorological Centre in Jaipur has issued an alert for a fresh spell of dust storms and rainfall in eight districts of Rajasthan, beginning March 28. This change is expected due to a new Western Disturbance becoming active, following a current weak one causing overcast conditions in western districts. Recent weather saw clear skies in Jaipur with a temperature rise, while western regions like Barmer and Jaisalmer experienced dusty winds and cloud cover. The state has seen varied temperatures, with Chittorgarh and Barmer recording highs near 36°C, while Fatehpur in the east saw a low of 14.1°C.

Key Points: Rajasthan Weather Alert: Dust Storms, Rain Forecast from March 28

  • Alert for dust storms & rain from March 28
  • Affects 8 districts including Jaisalmer, Jodhpur
  • Current weak disturbance causing overcast skies
  • Temperatures show regional variations across state
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Met dept sounds alert on dust storms, rain in Rajasthan from March 28

Jaipur Met Centre forecasts dust storms and light rainfall in eight Rajasthan districts from March 28. Get the latest weather update and district list.

Met dept sounds alert on dust storms, rain in Rajasthan from March 28
"another Western Disturbance is expected to become active from March 28, which may bring a change in weather - Radheshyam Sharma"

Jaipur, March 25

The Meteorological Centre in Jaipur has issued an alert forecasting a fresh spell of dust storms and rainfall in eight districts of Rajasthan beginning March 28.

According to the Met Centre, weather conditions between March 25 and 27 will remain partly cloudy in some regions, while most parts of the state are expected to witness clear skies. The recent spell of dust storms and rainfall subsided on Tuesday.

However, the impact of a weak Western Disturbance kept skies overcast in several western districts. Light dusty winds were reported from areas such as Jaisalmer and Barmer, while temperatures recorded a gradual rise.

Jaipur witnessed clear skies and bright sunshine through the day, with the maximum temperature rising by 4 degree Celsius to settle at 33 degree Celsius.

While mornings and evenings remained slightly cool, a mild breeze during the day ensured relatively pleasant conditions. In many cities across the state, daytime temperatures remained below normal.

Meanwhile, districts including Jaisalmer, Barmer, Jalore, Sirohi, Sri Ganganagar, Bikaner, and Jodhpur experienced overcast conditions due to the lingering effect of the weak Western Disturbance.

Meanwhile, back-to-back Western Disturbances have brought in a chill in weather and minimum temperature across the state has been recorded under 20 degree Celsius except at a few places.

Chittorgarh recorded the highest temperature in the last 24 hours in the state which was 36 degree Celsius while Barmer in west Rajasthan was the hottest in the state with temperature touching the 36.8 mark.

Meanwhile, the minimum temperature recorded in East Rajasthan was in Fatehpur which was the 14.1 mark while it was 17.8 degree Celsius in western Rajasthan in Churu.

Radheshyam Sharma, Director of the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, said that a weak Western Disturbance is currently active over western Rajasthan, leading to light cloud cover in border areas while the rest of the state is likely to remain clear.

He added that another Western Disturbance is expected to become active from March 28, which may bring a change in weather conditions across several districts.

Under its influence, overcast skies along with dust storms and light rainfall are likely in various parts of the state.

- IANS

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Rohit P
The weather is so unpredictable this year. Just last week it was hot, then it cooled down, now dust storms again. Hope the rainfall is good for the farmers in these districts. They need it.
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David E
Visiting Jaipur next week. This alert is very useful for planning. Will pack accordingly. Hopefully the 'pleasant conditions' mentioned for the city hold until the 28th!
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Aditya G
Western Disturbances have been quite active. While the alert is helpful, I feel the communication could be better for rural areas. Not everyone checks news online. Authorities should use local radio more effectively.
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Shreya B
Barmer touching 36.8°C and then expecting dust storms? That's Rajasthan for you! Extreme weather is normal there. My advice to people in the alert zones: keep water stocked and avoid travel if possible.
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Michael C
Interesting to see the detailed temperature variations across the state. The science behind forecasting these Western Disturbances must be complex. Kudos to the Met department for their work.

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