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Rajasthan's New Year Forecast: Winter Rains, Cold Winds & Dense Fog Ahead

The India Meteorological Department forecasts that a Western Disturbance will bring light rain and cloudy conditions to parts of Rajasthan as the New Year begins. Districts in the Bikaner division and Shekhawati region, including Bikaner, Churu, and Sikar, are expected to see the showers alongside intensified cold winds. The state is already experiencing a sharp drop in nighttime temperatures, with seven cities recording minimums below 5 degrees Celsius. Weather officials warn that chilly conditions will persist, with dense fog also likely in some areas during the first week of January.

Key Points: Rajasthan New Year Weather: IMD Forecasts Rain & Cold

  • Western Disturbance active Dec 31-Jan 1
  • Light rain for Bikaner & Shekhawati
  • Temperatures drop below 5°C in 7 cities
  • Dense fog likely in early January
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New Year likely to begin with winter rains in Rajasthan

IMD forecasts light rain & cold winds for Rajasthan's New Year. See which districts will be affected and current temperature lows across the state.

"Due to the activation of a new and strong Western Disturbance, cloudy conditions are expected... - Radheshyam Sharma, IMD Jaipur"

Jaipur, Dec 29

The New Year in Rajasthan is likely to begin with cold winds and winter showers, as the India Meteorological Department has issued a forecast for light rain in parts of the state.

According to the IMD, a Western Disturbance will become active on December 31 and January 1, bringing light rainfall to northern and western Rajasthan.

The rain is mainly expected in the districts of the Bikaner division and the Shekhawati region, including Bikaner, Churu, Sikar, Jhunjhunu, and surrounding areas.

Weather officials said that cold winds may intensify, leading to a drop in temperatures, while dense fog is also likely in some areas during the first week of January.

Radheshyam Sharma, Director of the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, said that due to the activation of a new and strong Western Disturbance, cloudy conditions are expected in parts of the Bikaner division and the Shekhawati region on December 31 and January 1.

He said that light rain or drizzle may occur at some places. On December 31, cloudy conditions are likely in Bikaner, Sri Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, Churu, Jhunjhunu, and Sikar districts. On January 1, cloudy weather is expected in Sri Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, Churu, Jhunjhunu, and Alwar, with the possibility of light rain or drizzle in isolated areas. Meanwhile, night temperatures dipped sharply across the state.

On Sunday, 23 cities recorded minimum temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius, while seven cities fell below 5 degrees C.

Many cities in the state, including Mount Abu, Fatehpur, Karauli, Dausa, Pali, and Sikar, recorded temperatures in the single digits. Pali recorded a minimum temperature of 3.6 degrees C, Sikar 5.0 degrees C, Churu was 6.3 degrees C, Lunkaransar was 7.2 degrees C, Alwar was 4.8 degrees C, Jaipur was 8.5 degrees C, Ajmer was 9.7 degrees C, and Kotanis was 11.1 degrees Celsius.

The IMD stated that minimum temperatures are expected to remain near normal for the next three to four days, but cold conditions will persist due to chilly winds.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Good to see IMD giving such detailed forecasts. Hope the farmers in Shekhawati region benefit from this light rain. Every drop counts in Rajasthan.
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Sarah B
Visiting Jaipur for New Year's. This forecast is a bit worrying for travel plans. Will the fog affect flights and road trips on the 1st?
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Vikram M
Pali at 3.6°C! That's seriously cold. Our winters are getting more intense. Authorities should ensure shelters are open for the homeless in these conditions.
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Aman W
While the forecast is helpful, I wish the IMD website and app were more user-friendly. Sometimes the district-level details are hard to find for the common person.
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Kavya N
Time for gajar ka halwa, makki ki roti, and sarson ka saag! This is proper winter weather. Hope everyone stays warm and safe on the roads with the fog warning.

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