Jaipur, May 27 (IANS) Rajasthan continues to reel under intense heatwave conditions, with Sri Ganganagar recording the highest temperature in the state at 48.2 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, marking the hottest day of the season so far.

Several other cities, including Bikaner, Churu, Jaisalmer, Pilani, and Phalodi also recorded temperatures above 46 degrees Celsius.

According to the Meteorological Centre in Jaipur, severe to intense heatwave conditions are expected to persist across most parts of the state for the next two to three days.

Maximum temperatures in several regions are likely to remain between 44 degrees Celsius and 46 degrees Celsius, while parts of the Bikaner division, Kota division, and the Shekhawati region may witness temperatures ranging between 46 degrees Celsius and 47 degrees Celsius.

In the border districts of western Rajasthan, temperatures are expected to remain close to the 48-degree mark on May 27 and May 28.

Among Rajasthan’s hottest cities on Wednesday, Sri Ganganagar recorded the highest temperature at 48.2 degrees Celsius, followed by Pilani at 47 degrees Celsius. Bikaner registered 46.6 degrees Celsius, while Jaisalmer and Churu both recorded 46.4 degrees Celsius. Phalodi witnessed 46.2 degrees Celsius, Kota recorded 45.4 degrees Celsius, and Vanasthali registered 45.2 degrees Celsius.

Meanwhile, Barmer and Udaipur each recorded a maximum temperature of 45 degrees Celsius.

Despite the ongoing heatwave, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has indicated a likely change in weather conditions from May 28 due to the activation of a new Western Disturbance.

Under its influence, thunderstorm and rainfall activity is expected in several parts of Rajasthan over the coming days.

On May 28, light rainfall is likely in parts of the Jaipur, Bharatpur, and Ajmer divisions, while isolated showers may also occur in parts of the Bikaner division in Western Rajasthan.

On May 29, rainfall activity may continue in certain districts of the Jaipur, Bharatpur, Ajmer, and Bikaner divisions.

Similarly, light rain is likely at isolated places in the Jaipur, Bharatpur, and Kota divisions on May 30 and May 31.

The Meteorological Department has issued alerts for May 28 and May 29 for several districts, including Jaipur, Dausa, Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Alwar, Karauli, Sawai Madhopur, Bharatpur, and Kotputli-Behror.

These districts may experience thunderstorms, squalls, and strong winds with speeds ranging between 60 and 70 km/h.

In addition, districts such as Bikaner, Churu, Hanumangarh, and Sri Ganganagar may witness strong dust storms, while isolated hailstorm activity is also possible in some areas.

According to the Meteorological Department, the impact of thunderstorms and rainfall is expected to bring relief from the scorching heat.

Daytime temperatures may decline by 2 degrees Celsius to 3 degrees Celsius from May 29 onward, offering respite to residents across the state.

–IANS

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