Key Highlights

• 33 Districts on Alert: A yellow alert covers 28 districts of eastern Rajasthan, with alerts also issued for five western districts.
• Two-Day Window: Rain, thunderstorms and winds of 40-50 kmph are forecast till October 30.
• Hail Risk in the North-East: Northern parts of the Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions may see moderate to heavy rain and isolated hailstorms.
• Border Areas Stay Dry: Western border districts are expected to remain largely dry.
• Temperatures to Dip: Jaipur recorded a maximum of 31.6°C on Wednesday, and daytime temperatures are expected to fall further.

Rajasthan is set for an unusual end to October. The Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, has issued weather alerts for several districts, forecasting rain, thunderstorms and strong winds till October 30. Winds of 40-50 kmph are likely in parts of the state, while some districts may also see heavy rainfall and hailstorms.

According to the forecast, the change is being driven by a combination of a cyclonic system and a Western Disturbance. The Jaipur, Bharatpur, Ajmer, Kota and Udaipur divisions are likely to bear the brunt of thunderstorm activity over the two-day period.

Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected in the northern parts of the Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions, with hailstorms possible at isolated places. Parts of the Ajmer, Kota and Udaipur divisions may see cloudy skies, lightning and light to moderate rain. In western Rajasthan, light rain is likely in the eastern parts of the Jodhpur and Bikaner divisions, while the western border areas are expected to stay largely dry.

Full List of Districts Under Alert

The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for 28 districts of eastern Rajasthan: Ajmer, Alwar, Banswara, Baran, Beawar, Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Dausa, Deeg, Dholpur, Dungarpur, Jaipur, Jhalawar, Jhunjhunu, Karauli, Khairthal-Tijara, Kota, Kotputli-Behror, Pratapgarh, Rajsamand, Salumbar, Sawai Madhopur, Sikar, Sirohi, Tonk and Udaipur.

An alert has also been issued for five districts of western Rajasthan: Churu, Didwana-Kuchaman, Jodhpur, Nagaur and Pali.

Jaipur recorded a maximum temperature of 31.6°C on Wednesday, 1.4 degrees lower than the previous day, while the minimum rose by 0.5 degrees to 18.7°C. With clouds and rain moving in, daytime temperatures in Jaipur and other parts of the state are expected to drop further. Light to moderate rain may occur at isolated places in eastern Rajasthan on October 31, after which dry weather is likely to return across the state.

Farmers Face a Risky Window

Late October is usually a dry, settled period in Rajasthan, which makes this spell notable. For farmers, the timing is sensitive. This is the window when harvested kharif produce is often still drying in fields or waiting in open mandi yards, and when preparations for rabi sowing are underway. Hailstorms and strong winds, even at isolated places, can damage crops left in the open.

For city residents, the main concerns are lightning, sudden gusts and brief waterlogging during intense showers. Strong winds can also bring down hoardings, tree branches and temporary structures, a familiar risk during pre-winter thunderstorms.

Dry Spell Likely After October 31

The Meteorological Department has advised residents to keep track of local weather updates and take precautions during thunderstorms, strong winds and possible hailstorms. Standard safety practice includes staying indoors during lightning, avoiding shelter under trees, and keeping harvested produce covered.

The spell is expected to be short-lived. Once the Western Disturbance moves away after October 31, dry conditions are forecast to return, and the slight dip in temperatures may mark the start of Rajasthan’s gradual shift towards winter.

(With inputs from IANS)

Key Highlights

• 33 Districts on Alert: A yellow alert covers 28 districts of eastern Rajasthan, with alerts also issued for five western districts.
• Two-Day Window: Rain, thunderstorms and winds of 40-50 kmph are forecast till October 30.
• Hail Risk in the North-East: Northern parts of the Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions may see moderate to heavy rain and isolated hailstorms.
• Border Areas Stay Dry: Western border districts are expected to remain largely dry.
• Temperatures to Dip: Jaipur recorded a maximum of 31.6°C on Wednesday, and daytime temperatures are expected to fall further.

Rajasthan is set for an unusual end to October. The Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, has issued weather alerts for several districts, forecasting rain, thunderstorms and strong winds till October 30. Winds of 40-50 kmph are likely in parts of the state, while some districts may also see heavy rainfall and hailstorms.

According to the forecast, the change is being driven by a combination of a cyclonic system and a Western Disturbance. The Jaipur, Bharatpur, Ajmer, Kota and Udaipur divisions are likely to bear the brunt of thunderstorm activity over the two-day period.

Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected in the northern parts of the Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions, with hailstorms possible at isolated places. Parts of the Ajmer, Kota and Udaipur divisions may see cloudy skies, lightning and light to moderate rain. In western Rajasthan, light rain is likely in the eastern parts of the Jodhpur and Bikaner divisions, while the western border areas are expected to stay largely dry.

Full List of Districts Under Alert

The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for 28 districts of eastern Rajasthan: Ajmer, Alwar, Banswara, Baran, Beawar, Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Dausa, Deeg, Dholpur, Dungarpur, Jaipur, Jhalawar, Jhunjhunu, Karauli, Khairthal-Tijara, Kota, Kotputli-Behror, Pratapgarh, Rajsamand, Salumbar, Sawai Madhopur, Sikar, Sirohi, Tonk and Udaipur.

An alert has also been issued for five districts of western Rajasthan: Churu, Didwana-Kuchaman, Jodhpur, Nagaur and Pali.

Jaipur recorded a maximum temperature of 31.6°C on Wednesday, 1.4 degrees lower than the previous day, while the minimum rose by 0.5 degrees to 18.7°C. With clouds and rain moving in, daytime temperatures in Jaipur and other parts of the state are expected to drop further. Light to moderate rain may occur at isolated places in eastern Rajasthan on October 31, after which dry weather is likely to return across the state.

Farmers Face a Risky Window

Late October is usually a dry, settled period in Rajasthan, which makes this spell notable. For farmers, the timing is sensitive. This is the window when harvested kharif produce is often still drying in fields or waiting in open mandi yards, and when preparations for rabi sowing are underway. Hailstorms and strong winds, even at isolated places, can damage crops left in the open.

For city residents, the main concerns are lightning, sudden gusts and brief waterlogging during intense showers. Strong winds can also bring down hoardings, tree branches and temporary structures, a familiar risk during pre-winter thunderstorms.

Dry Spell Likely After October 31

The Meteorological Department has advised residents to keep track of local weather updates and take precautions during thunderstorms, strong winds and possible hailstorms. Standard safety practice includes staying indoors during lightning, avoiding shelter under trees, and keeping harvested produce covered.

The spell is expected to be short-lived. Once the Western Disturbance moves away after October 31, dry conditions are forecast to return, and the slight dip in temperatures may mark the start of Rajasthan’s gradual shift towards winter.

(With inputs from IANS)