📷 Image: Wikimedia Commons / Antur
Weather
Rajasthan heat reaches 43°C in Barmer, Jaisalmer; rain expected in east from Sep 27
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 07:00 AM
👁 8
Temperatures in Rajasthan’s western districts of Barmer and Jaisalmer have climbed above 43 °C as the monsoon retreats, while meteorologists predict showers in the state’s eastern region starting September 27.
The retreat of the monsoon this week has triggered a sharp rise in temperatures across western Rajasthan. In Barmer and Jaisalmer, thermometers recorded readings that breached the 43 °C mark, marking the highest values since the season’s onset. The heat surge follows the cessation of rainfall that had provided temporary relief earlier in the month.
Local weather stations in Barmer and Jaisalmer reported the peak temperatures on September 26, with the mercury hovering just above 43 °C for several hours. The extreme heat is expected to persist through the weekend, prompting concerns among residents and authorities about water scarcity and health risks.
Meteorological forecasts issued by the India Meteorological Department indicate a shift in weather patterns for eastern Rajasthan. Starting September 27, the department anticipates scattered showers across districts such as Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur and Dholpur, offering a brief respite from the scorching conditions in the west.
Officials advise the public to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities during peak heat hours, and monitor local advisories for any updates on the upcoming rainfall.
Local weather stations in Barmer and Jaisalmer reported the peak temperatures on September 26, with the mercury hovering just above 43 °C for several hours. The extreme heat is expected to persist through the weekend, prompting concerns among residents and authorities about water scarcity and health risks.
Meteorological forecasts issued by the India Meteorological Department indicate a shift in weather patterns for eastern Rajasthan. Starting September 27, the department anticipates scattered showers across districts such as Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur and Dholpur, offering a brief respite from the scorching conditions in the west.
Officials advise the public to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities during peak heat hours, and monitor local advisories for any updates on the upcoming rainfall.