Rajasthan is experiencing intense monsoon activity, with heavy rainfall reported across the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast continued heavy to very heavy rains in many areas, prompting weather alerts and raising concerns about potential flooding.
In the past 24 hours, Malpura in Tonk district recorded the highest rainfall at 176 mm. Other significant rainfall amounts were reported in Sajangarh (116 mm), Tijara (107 mm), and Danpur (101 mm). The state capital, Jaipur, also saw substantial precipitation, with 82 mm recorded in the Fagi area.
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The IMD’s Jaipur center reports that a circulation system has formed over southwestern Uttar Pradesh and adjoining eastern Rajasthan, extending up to 5.4 kilometers from the surface. The monsoon trough line is currently passing through Bikaner and Sikar, indicating continued monsoon activity in the region.
Meteorologists predict that eastern Rajasthan will bear the brunt of the heaviest rains. Very heavy rainfall is expected in parts of Jaipur, Ajmer, Kota, Bharatpur, and Udaipur divisions. Tonk and its neighboring districts are at particular risk of experiencing extremely heavy downpours.
The forecast suggests that the intense rain activity will persist through July 6th, with some areas likely to receive heavy rainfall. While a slight decrease in precipitation is anticipated on July 7-8, the IMD expects rain activities to intensify again from July 9-10, particularly in eastern Rajasthan.
Western Rajasthan is not exempt from the monsoon’s impact. The Bikaner division is likely to experience thunderstorms and rain in the afternoons over the next two to three days. Parts of the Jodhpur division, especially in the east and north, are also expected to receive some rainfall.
In response to the weather conditions, the IMD has issued a yellow alert for 31 districts across the state, including 23 in eastern Rajasthan and 8 in the western region. This alert warns of light to moderate rainfall and urges residents to be prepared for potential weather-related disruptions.
The current monsoon season has already had a significant impact on water levels in the region. The Bisalpur dam’s water level is rising hourly, fueled by heavy rains in Tonk and Sawai Madhopur districts. This has raised concerns about potential flooding and the safety of residents near water bodies.
Despite the recent heavy rains, the overall monsoon season has seen slightly below-average rainfall so far. From June 1st to July 1st, the state received 54.6 mm of rain, which is 6% below the average of 58 mm for this period. However, the IMD remains optimistic about July’s rainfall outlook, predicting above-normal precipitation for the month.
