Rajasthan Weather Update: Widespread Rainfall Revives Crops, Flood Risk Looms in Eastern and Western Districts
Flooding Rains to Lash Rajasthan
After nearly a month of dry weather, the monsoon has returned with full force over Rajasthan.
The last two weeks of July and the first three weeks of August remained largely dry across the state, creating drought-like conditions and raising serious concerns among farmers about potential crop losses.
Relief began arriving in the third week of August, when scattered showers over the eastern districts gradually spread westward by the fourth week. Since then, the monsoon has remained active across most parts of the state for the past 3–4 days.
Rainfall in the Last 24 Hours:
On August 30, heavy rainfall was also reported in Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, and adjoining areas of northwest Rajasthan.
Rainfall Surplus Update:
- West Rajasthan: 66% surplus
- East Rajasthan: 57% surplus
Upcoming Weather System:
A fresh low-pressure area is forming over the northwest Bay of Bengal. It is expected to intensify and move west-northwest across Odisha, Chattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
By September 6, the system is likely to reach Southeast Rajasthan, Southwest Madhya Pradesh and Eastern Gujarat.
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Rain Forecast Breakdown:
Next 2–3 Days (Till Sept 4–5) heavy rainfall is expected over eastern Rajasthan, especially in Kota, Bundi, Baran, Bhilwara, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Sawai Madhopur, Jaipur and Ajmer. Between September 6 and 8, the focus of heavy to very heavy rainfall will shift to south and southwest Rajasthan, with Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Barmer, Sirohi, and Pali likely to receive intense downpours.
Agricultural Impact:
These rains have revived soil moisture and rescued crops from the brink of damage. However, excessive rainfall and waterlogging may harm standing kharif crops if the wet spell continues beyond the first 10 days of September.
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Outlook:
The first half of September promises to be exceptionally rainy for Rajasthan. While the monsoon surge brings relief, the risk of flooding rains and crop stress from prolonged wet conditions cannot be ignored.
