Rajasthan’s Temperature Dips Below Freezing Point: Frost Returns, Weather to Change by February 2
Jaipur : Rajasthan is witnessing another cold wave as temperatures in some parts of the state have dropped below freezing. In Sikar’s Fatehpur, the mercury plunged to -0.5°C on Monday morning, leading to frost formation. Cities like Bhilwara, Jaipur, and Kota also experienced a sharp dip in minimum temperatures, dropping as low as 4°C. Weather experts predict a new Western Disturbance in the first week of February, potentially bringing rain to some parts of the state.
Severe Cold Grips Sikar’s Fatehpur
The biting cold in Sikar’s Fatehpur has caused frost to form once again, with water freezing into ice. Residents are braving intense cold, and meteorologists have indicated that relief from this chill is unlikely for the next three days. A shift in wind patterns from January 29 may bring slight respite from the freezing conditions.
Chilly Nights and Foggy Mornings Persist
In areas like Behror, fog has reduced, but cold conditions have intensified. On Monday morning, frost was visible on crop fields as dew droplets froze. Over the past 24 hours, Rajasthan’s skies have remained clear with abundant sunshine during the day, providing some relief from the cold. Jaipur recorded a maximum temperature of 24.8°C on Sunday, with sunny mornings easing the impact of the cold.
Temperature Highlights Across Rajasthan (Sunday)
- Jaipur: 24.8°C
- Pilani: 25.8°C
- Sikar: 21.5°C
- Kota: 23.4°C
- Chittorgarh: 26.5°C
- Udaipur: 22.4°C
- Barmer: 27.4°C
- Jaisalmer: 25.5°C
- Jodhpur: 25.8°C
- Bikaner: 25.8°C
- Karauli: 26.5°C
- Dausa: 25.7°C
- Ajmer: 24.9°C
Coldest Night of January in Shekhawati Region
The Shekhawati region, particularly Churu and Sikar, experienced its coldest night of the month on Sunday. Minimum temperatures dropped to 3.5°C in Sikar and 3.6°C in Churu, marking the lowest recorded temperatures for January in both cities this season. Kota also saw its chilliest night with the temperature dipping to 6.6°C.
Weather to Change from February 2
Weather experts anticipate a change in Rajasthan’s weather patterns in early February. From February 2, a Western Disturbance is expected to become active over Jammu & Kashmir, which could impact northern and central India, including Haryana, Punjab, Delhi, Rajasthan, and parts of western Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.
In Rajasthan, this system is likely to affect the northeastern regions, bringing overcast skies and the possibility of isolated rainfall in some districts.
What to Expect Next?
According to the Meteorological Center in Jaipur, Rajasthan will continue to experience clear skies and sunny weather until January 28. Nights will remain cold with lower temperatures, intensifying the morning and evening chill. From January 29, a localized weather system may activate, bringing some clouds to parts of Bharatpur and Jaipur divisions. However, the chances of rain remain minimal.
Rajasthan’s Temperature Dips Below Freezing Point: Frost Returns, Weather to Change by February 2
