Cold Wave Alert Issued for Rajasthan as Chilly Winds Sweep from North India

Jaipur, February 7 : Rajasthan is experiencing a fresh wave of cold as icy winds from North India continue to lower temperatures across the state. Cities like Ajmer, Kota, and Baran witnessed a significant drop in temperature on Thursday.

According to weather experts, Rajasthan will continue to experience cold weather for the next 48 hours. However, from February 9 onwards, temperatures are expected to rise, bringing relief from the harsh morning and evening chills.

As per the Meteorological Department, cold winds swept across Jaipur, Sikar, Dausa, Alwar, Jhunjhunu, and Churu on Thursday, causing daytime temperatures to remain low. Jaipur recorded a maximum temperature of 24.2°C, Sikar 22°C, Churu 24.1°C, Alwar 21.8°C, and Jhunjhunu 23.9°C.

Minimum temperatures in Ajmer, Baran, and Kota saw a decline of up to 3°C, with Kota recording 8.3°C, Ajmer 9.1°C, and Baran dropping to a chilling 5.8°C.

Border districts, including Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bikaner, Sriganganagar, Jalore, and Jodhpur, also felt the impact of the northern winds. Barmer recorded a maximum temperature of 28.8°C, Jaisalmer 25.9°C, Jodhpur 26.8°C, Bikaner 25.3°C, and Ganganagar 23.8°C. Despite sunshine, cold winds persisted throughout the day.

The Jaipur Meteorological Center has predicted that the cold wave will last until February 8, particularly affecting Jaipur, Bikaner, and Bharatpur divisions.

However, from February 9, northern winds will lose their impact, leading to a gradual increase in temperature, bringing relief from the cold. The weather is expected to remain dry across the state until February 12-13, with clear skies and bright sunshine dominating the days in the upcoming week.