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Stormy Rain Lowers Rajasthan Temperatures Below 20°C in Barmer, Jaisalmer
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 07:32 AM
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Heavy rain over Rajasthan has dropped temperatures below 20°C in Barmer and Jaisalmer, with a dry spell expected to follow.
Heavy rainfall over Rajasthan on Tuesday has pushed the mercury in Barmer and Jaisalmer below 20°C, a rare event for the hot desert state. Meteorological reports indicate that the storm brought intermittent showers and gusty winds, causing a sharp dip in temperatures across the region.
The Rajasthan State Meteorological Department warned that the rain is likely to taper off by the end of the day, after which a dry spell is expected to set in. Local authorities have advised residents to stay indoors during the remaining showers and to take precautions against sudden temperature changes.
Barmer and Jaisalmer, both known for their scorching summers, experienced a brief cooling period as the clouds moved in. While the rainfall has provided much-needed relief, the sudden drop in temperature could pose challenges for farmers and livestock that are unaccustomed to such shifts.
Officials are monitoring the situation closely and have urged the public to follow weather updates from the state’s official channels.
The Rajasthan State Meteorological Department warned that the rain is likely to taper off by the end of the day, after which a dry spell is expected to set in. Local authorities have advised residents to stay indoors during the remaining showers and to take precautions against sudden temperature changes.
Barmer and Jaisalmer, both known for their scorching summers, experienced a brief cooling period as the clouds moved in. While the rainfall has provided much-needed relief, the sudden drop in temperature could pose challenges for farmers and livestock that are unaccustomed to such shifts.
Officials are monitoring the situation closely and have urged the public to follow weather updates from the state’s official channels.