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Unseasonal Rain and Heat Sweep Rajasthan as Monsoon Draws to a Close
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 17 Sep 2026, 07:15 AM
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Rain showers and hail fell across several districts of Rajasthan even as temperatures rose, signalling a sharp shift in weather before the monsoon season ends.
The state of Rajasthan experienced an unusual weather pattern this week, with scattered rain showers and hail reported in multiple districts while daytime temperatures remained high. Meteorological observations indicate that the region is transitioning from the monsoon phase to a drier, hotter spell, a shift that is atypical for this time of year.
Local authorities in districts such as Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur confirmed the occurrence of brief but intense downpours accompanied by hailstones, causing temporary disruptions to traffic and outdoor activities. Despite the precipitation, the overall temperature trend continued upward, creating a stark contrast between wet and hot conditions.
Weather experts attribute the abrupt change to the retreating monsoon trough and the influence of dry, hot air masses moving northward from the Thar Desert. This combination can produce short-lived convective storms even as the broader monsoon system withdraws from the region.
Residents are advised to stay alert for sudden showers and possible hail, especially in the early evenings, while also preparing for the expected rise in temperatures that typically follows the monsoon's departure.
The state’s disaster management teams remain on standby to respond to any weather-related emergencies, emphasizing the need for caution as Rajasthan navigates this rapid climatic shift.
Local authorities in districts such as Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur confirmed the occurrence of brief but intense downpours accompanied by hailstones, causing temporary disruptions to traffic and outdoor activities. Despite the precipitation, the overall temperature trend continued upward, creating a stark contrast between wet and hot conditions.
Weather experts attribute the abrupt change to the retreating monsoon trough and the influence of dry, hot air masses moving northward from the Thar Desert. This combination can produce short-lived convective storms even as the broader monsoon system withdraws from the region.
Residents are advised to stay alert for sudden showers and possible hail, especially in the early evenings, while also preparing for the expected rise in temperatures that typically follows the monsoon's departure.
The state’s disaster management teams remain on standby to respond to any weather-related emergencies, emphasizing the need for caution as Rajasthan navigates this rapid climatic shift.