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Delayed Monsoon Hits Rajasthan; Some Districts Expect Relief on Saturday
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 22 Aug 2026, 09:36 AM
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The monsoon has been sluggish across Rajasthan, prompting a prolonged wait for rain. Meteorological forecasts indicate that several districts may receive showers on Saturday, offering much‑needed relief.
The state of Rajasthan has been experiencing a delayed monsoon this season, with rainfall remaining below normal levels and farmers awaiting much‑needed water for crops. Over the past weeks, the lack of substantial showers has heightened concerns over soil moisture and reservoir levels.
According to the India Meteorological Department, scattered thunderstorms are expected to move across several districts on Saturday, bringing intermittent rain that could provide temporary relief. Areas such as Jodhpur, Bikaner and Alwar are among those highlighted in the forecast.
Officials say that even modest precipitation could help replenish groundwater and support ongoing agricultural activities, though they caution that the relief may be short‑lived if the broader monsoon pattern remains weak.
According to the India Meteorological Department, scattered thunderstorms are expected to move across several districts on Saturday, bringing intermittent rain that could provide temporary relief. Areas such as Jodhpur, Bikaner and Alwar are among those highlighted in the forecast.
Officials say that even modest precipitation could help replenish groundwater and support ongoing agricultural activities, though they caution that the relief may be short‑lived if the broader monsoon pattern remains weak.