Rajasthan Weather: Yellow Alert for Thunderstorms and Rain on Oct 24
The IMD has forecast cooler climes during Diwali, particularly in the northern parts of the country
UdaipurTimes, Oct 21, 2026 - Several parts of south Rajasthan were hit by hailstorms, strong winds and rainfall on Tuesday, October 20. Udaipur, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, Pali, Bundi and Sirohi districts saw rainfall accompanied by winds blowing at 30-40 kmph.
Rainfall in different districts has led to a drop in temperatures. On Tuesday, the minimum temperature was recorded below 20°C in more than 10 districts, including Ajmer, Nagaur and Churu. Sikar recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 14.2°C. Udaipur recorded a maximum of 33.2°C and minimum of 20.8°C.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast clear weather across the State for the next three days, starting today until October 23. However, a new Western Disturbance is likely to become active in Rajasthan from October 24. Its effects are expected to be felt in parts of the Bikaner and Jaipur divisions. A Yellow Alert for thunderstorms and rainfall on October 24 has been issued for Sri Ganganagar, Bikaner, Hanumangarh, Churu, Sikar and Jhunjhunu.
Across the country, snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand has led to a sudden fall in night-time temperatures in many parts of northern India. The IMD has forecast cooler climes during Diwali, particularly in the north.
With Media Inputs
