Jaipur, November 4 (Udaipur Kiran): Weather conditions in Rajasthan have changed once again due to the impact of a western disturbance. Cloudy skies were seen across many parts of the state on Tuesday morning, with light rain and drizzle continuing in several districts. In Jaipur, overcast skies and light showers made the weather pleasant.

The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for 12 districts, including Pali, Bhilwara, Ajmer, Tonk, Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Dausa, Alwar, Bharatpur, Dholpur, Karauli, and Sikar. Light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunder has been forecast for these areas and their adjoining regions.

On Monday, weather conditions changed suddenly across many parts of the state. Light rain was recorded in Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ajmer, and Kota divisions during the afternoon. In Balera (Barmer) and Busi village in Somesar town (Pali district), heavy rainfall lasted for nearly an hour at night, leading to waterlogging on roads.

In the last 24 hours, rainfall was recorded as follows: Jalore – 12 mm, Lasadiya (Udaipur) – 10 mm, Salumber – 5 mm, Baytu and Gidda (Barmer) – 6 mm each, Chittorgarh – 2 mm, and Dungarpur – 1 mm. Light drizzle was also reported in parts of Jodhpur, Pali, and Jaisalmer.

According to the latest data from the Meteorological Department, the minimum temperature has dropped across Bikaner, Jaipur, and Bharatpur divisions. The temperature dipped to 11.5°C in Sikar and 11.8°C in Nagaur, indicating the onset of cooler weather. Jaipur recorded a minimum temperature of 17.2°C, with chilly winds and light drizzle continuing through the morning.

The Jaipur Meteorological Centre said that this weather system will remain active till November 4, after which conditions will start to clear from November 5. Skies are expected to open up, leading to a further drop in minimum temperatures and an increase in morning and evening chill.

Weather experts have noted that the effect of the western disturbance marks the beginning of the winter season in Rajasthan. In the coming days, temperatures are likely to fall further, intensifying the cold across the state.