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Rajasthan to Stay Hot in October; Above‑Normal Rain Likely Despite 22% Below‑Normal Precipitation
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 06:02 PM
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Rajasthan will remain hot in October, with meteorological authorities warning of above‑normal rainfall, even though cumulative rainfall is 22% below the seasonal average.
The state of Rajasthan is expected to experience high temperatures throughout October, according to the latest weather bulletin released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
While the cumulative rainfall recorded so far in the state is 22% below the normal seasonal average, the IMD has issued a forecast indicating that above‑normal rainfall is still likely for the remainder of the month.
Meteorologists note that the prevailing sunny conditions have contributed to the current temperature trend, but the monsoon trough is expected to bring increased precipitation later in October.
The forecast advises residents and agricultural stakeholders to prepare for potential waterlogging in low‑lying areas, despite the overall dry trend observed to date.
While the cumulative rainfall recorded so far in the state is 22% below the normal seasonal average, the IMD has issued a forecast indicating that above‑normal rainfall is still likely for the remainder of the month.
Meteorologists note that the prevailing sunny conditions have contributed to the current temperature trend, but the monsoon trough is expected to bring increased precipitation later in October.
The forecast advises residents and agricultural stakeholders to prepare for potential waterlogging in low‑lying areas, despite the overall dry trend observed to date.