Thunderstorms, light rains, duststorms likely in parts of Rajasthan today, tomorrow

ANI April 11, 2025 126 views

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a weather warning for Rajasthan, predicting thunderstorms and dust storms across northern and north-western regions. Specific areas like Jodhpur, Bikaner, Ajmer, and Jaipur divisions are expected to experience severe weather conditions on Friday and Saturday. Residents are advised to take precautions, including seeking shelter and unplugging electronic devices during storms. Temperature variations are anticipated, with potential heatwave conditions expected to return by mid-April.

"A new western disturbance has become active in Rajasthan" - Radheshyam Sharma, IMD Jaipur Director
Jaipur, April 11: The Indian Meteorological Department has predicted that there is a possibility of thunderstorms in northern and north-western parts of Rajasthan and possibility of dust storms in Jodhpur division, Bikaner division and other areas on Friday and Saturday .

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Western disturbance triggers thunderstorm potential in northern Rajasthan

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Dust storms expected in Jodhpur, Bikaner divisions

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Orange warning issued for lightning and hailstorms

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Temperature fluctuations predicted across state regions

"For the next two to three days, a new western disturbance has become active in Rajasthan. Its effect will last for the next two to three days (Friday and Saturday). Due to the effect of this system, there is a possibility of thunderstorm developing again in northern and north-western Rajasthan after noon and light rain somewhere," said IMD's Jaipur division director, Radheshyam Sharma told ANI.

At the same time, in Jaipur and Bikaner divisions, and Ajmer, Jaipur, Bharatpur Kota areas will see duststorms too.

"During this period, especially in Jodhpur division, Bikaner division, Shekhawati area, Ajmer, Jaipur and Bharatpur Kota, you will see severe dust storms on 11 and 12 April," the IMD director said.

Rajasthan also experienced thunderstorms in certain parts of the state for on April 10. IMD also issued an orange warning for lightning/rain/hailstorms in isolated places of Jaipur city and adjoining areas, with winds upto 40 kilometres.

The weather warning suggests that certain weak structures, including katcha houses and certain power lines will be damaged.

During thunderstorms, people are advised to take shelter, unplug electronic devices and avoid being trees.

On April 9, IMD also issued a heatwave warning for 24 hours, followed by a drop in temperature due to the storms and rain. It is predicted that the tempretures are to climb up from April 14 and 15, with a new heatwave spell likely to begin in south-western Rajasthan.

Rajasthan recorded 27.5 C degrees at 8.30 AM on Friday in Jaipur, 25.8 C in Sriganganagar, 28 C in Jodhpur, 27 in Jaisalmer, 32.6 in Kota.

Reader Comments

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Priya K.
Stay safe everyone! These dust storms can be really dangerous. Remember to keep windows closed and avoid unnecessary travel. 🌪️
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Rahul S.
The weather changes are so extreme this year! From heatwave to thunderstorms in just days. Climate change is really showing its effects.
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Anjali M.
I wish IMD would provide more localized warnings. "Jaipur division" is too broad - we need neighborhood-level alerts to prepare properly.
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Vikram J.
Just drove through Jodhpur yesterday and the dust was terrible. Visibility was near zero at times. Good to see warnings going out in advance this time.
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Sunita R.
The temperature swings are crazy! 32 in Kota and 25 in Sriganganagar at the same time. Rajasthan's weather never fails to surprise me 😅
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Mohit P.
Hope the authorities are prepared to handle power outages. Last storm knocked out electricity for 12 hours in our area.

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