Jaipur : The heat is steadily increasing in Rajasthan. For the first time this season, the maximum temperature has crossed 40°C. On Sunday, areas of Barmer and Balotra were hit by a heatwave. In over 15 cities, including Jaipur, Ajmer, and Kota, the maximum daytime temperature on Sunday was recorded at 36°C or higher.
According to the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, there is no relief from the heat expected in the state until next week. A yellow alert has been issued for Jaisalmer, Barmer, and Balotra for Monday and Tuesday due to the heatwave. Temperatures are also expected to rise by 2–3°C over the next week.
In the past 24 hours, Pilani (Jhunjhunu) and Barmer were the hottest areas. On Sunday, Pilani recorded the highest maximum temperature at 40.2°C, while Barmer recorded 40°C. Barmer, Balotra, and surrounding areas experienced a heatwave on Sunday, with intense sunlight in the morning and mild to moderate scorching winds during the day.
Besides Barmer, the maximum temperatures recorded were: Bikaner 39.4°C, Churu 39.1°C, Jaisalmer 39.2°C, Jodhpur 38.8°C, and Phalodi 38.2°C. These areas experienced the effects of a mild heatwave on Sunday.