Rajasthan Sizzles Under Rising Heat Temperatures
Rajasthan is enduring extreme heat with temperatures exceeding 40°C. Barmer recorded 44.1°C, the highest in the state. The heatwave is expected to intensify, with potential dust storms and light rain in some regions. Temperatures in north-western parts might reach up to 45°C in the coming days.
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Rajasthan continues to battle scorching heat as temperatures soar beyond 40°C across most parts of the state. On Friday, Barmer emerged as the hottest, with a searing maximum of 44.1 degrees Celsius, according to the Meteorological Department.
The Jaipur Meteorological Centre reported that Sri Ganganagar recorded a high of 43.9°C, followed closely by Jaisalmer and Churu, each at 43.6°C. Bikaner's mercury hit 43.5°C, Pilani recorded 43.4°C, and Jodhpur saw 43.0°C.
Officials predict further heat intensification, with temperatures rising by 1-2 degrees in the coming days, sparking isolated heatwave conditions. Meanwhile, a weak western disturbance could result in dust storms and light rains in the region.
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