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Rajasthan is experiencing a dramatic weather transformation with temperatures plummeting across multiple districts. Widespread rain and storms have swept through the state, bringing relief from scorching pre-summer heat. Districts like Ajmer, Kota, and Jaipur have seen significant temperature reductions, with some areas dropping 5-6 degrees Celsius below normal. The Jaipur Meteorological Centre predicts this cooling trend will continue, offering residents a welcome respite from intense heat.

Key Points: Rajasthan Temperatures Plunge as Monsoon Storms Sweep State

  • Temperatures fall 5-6 degrees Celsius across multiple Rajasthan districts
  • Widespread rain and storms disrupt normal life
  • Meteorological Centre forecasts continued cooler weather until May 9
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Rajasthan sees sharp drop in temperature as rain and storms sweep across state

Unprecedented May weather brings dramatic temperature drops and widespread rainfall across Rajasthan, offering relief from intense pre-summer heat

"The first week of May has brought unexpected relief from the oppressive heat - Jaipur Meteorological Centre"

Jaipur, May 5

Rajasthan has witnessed a sharp drop in both maximum and minimum temperatures over the past two days, as widespread rain and storms swept through the state.

Several districts that had been reeling under scorching heat above 40 degrees Celsius saw temperatures fall to between 30 degrees Celsius and 40 degrees Celsius.

Chittorgarh recorded the highest temperature on Sunday at 39.7 degrees Celsius, followed closely by Jaisalmer and Barmer at 39.6 degrees Celsius.

In contrast, other parts of the state saw a marked decline. Ajmer’s maximum temperature dipped by 5 degrees Celsius to settle at 35.8 degrees Celsius, while Jaipur recorded 36.7 degrees Celsius -- below the seasonal average and a welcome relief from the typical May heat.

Kota saw a 5 degrees Celsius drop, and Pilani reported a 4.9 degrees Celsius decrease. Phalodi and Churu were 6.2 degrees Celsius below normal, Jodhpur 3.6 degrees Celsius, Barmer 2.4 degrees Celsius, Jaisalmer 1.8 degrees Celsius, Ajmer 4.2 degrees Celsius, and Bhilwara 3.3 degrees Celsius below average.

The continued spell of rain, strong winds, and hail since Sunday night has disrupted normal life in many areas.

In Raipur (Pali district), strong winds toppled containers from a train, which then struck high-tension power lines.

In Bundi, a transformer fell onto a JCB machine. In a rare sight, a waterfall gushed from a temple in the Aravalli hills near Sadari, Pali district.

Hailstorms and rain were reported in Bhilwara and Pali, while tents were blown away by gusty winds in Jalore.

Light showers and breezy conditions were also recorded in Jodhpur and Barmer on Monday morning, with Jaipur experiencing cool winds since early morning.

Rainfall was reported across various regions from Sunday night to Monday morning, including Marwar Junction, Sumerpur, Pali city, Rani, Sojat, Bali, Rohat, and Desuri in Pali district.

Other affected areas include Rajgarh and Taranagar (Churu), Pokhran, Nachana, and Mohangarh (Jaisalmer), Ghadsana and Anupgarh (Sri Ganganagar), Poongal, Nokha, and Kolayat (Bikaner), Gangdhar (Jhalawar), and Buhana, Gudhagaurji, and Khetri (Jhunjhunu district).

The first week of May has brought unexpected relief from the oppressive heat, with stormy weather and rainfall persisting since May 1.

The Jaipur Meteorological Centre has forecast that this pattern is likely to continue until May 9 or longer.

A heavy rainfall warning has been issued for parts of the Udaipur division from May 5 to 7. The state is expected to remain free from heatwave conditions for at least the next week.

Skies remained largely clear in some areas -- including Jaipur, Bundi, Kota, Pali, and Bhilwara -- over the past 24 hours, but temperatures continued to stay below 40 degrees Celsius.

- IANS

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Reader Comments

Here are 6 diverse user comments reflecting Indian perspectives on the Rajasthan weather news:
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Priyanka S.
What a relief for Rajasthanis! 🌧️ My relatives in Ajmer were suffering badly last week with 45°C temps. This sudden change is like nature's blessing before peak summer hits. Hope the rainfall helps farmers too - rabi crops need this.
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Rahul K.
While the temperature drop is welcome, the storms seem dangerous - containers falling from trains? That's scary! IMD should improve early warnings. Rajasthan's infrastructure isn't built for such extreme weather swings.
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Meena P.
The waterfall near Sadari temple sounds magical! 😍 Rajasthan tourism should promote these rare natural phenomena. After pandemic losses, this could attract domestic travelers seeking unique experiences.
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Arjun B.
As someone who lived in Jaisalmer for 3 years, I know how precious this rain is. But authorities must prepare better - last year similar storms caused crop damage worth crores. Kisan credit relief should be pre-approved for such events.
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Sunita M.
My daughter in Kota just video-called showing hailstones! In May?! Climate change is making weather so unpredictable. We need long-term solutions like better water conservation to handle these extremes.
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Vikram J.
Good reporting but missing key details - how much rainfall exactly? Which crops benefit most? Rajasthan's economy depends on agriculture, so more focus on farmer impacts would help. Still, nice to read positive weather news for once!

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